Does your kitty rub against your legs when she wants you to feed her? Does Fluffy pay extra close attention when she notices that you’re eating something she likes? Cats are much more finicky than dogs are, but that doesn’t mean they don’t enjoy treats. In fact, your feline pal may also appreciate having some cold snacks when it’s really hot out. A local Roanoke, VA vet suggests a few purrfect ones below.

Cold Dinner

Keep some plain canned tuna in water in the fridge, and offer Fluffy some on sweltering days. You can also do this with unseasoned, canned chicken, turkey, shrimp, crabmeat, or boneless salmon. Your furball may also enjoy a bit of cold deli meat.

Broth

Sodium-free meat, fish, or chicken broth is a great treat for kitties. It contains electrolytes, which is good for helping Fluffy stay hydrated. You can give your furry buddy a chilled bowl as a treat. Or, freeze small amounts of broth in ice cube trays, and give your furball one or two at a time.

Kitty Snow-Cone

Pour some tuna juice or wet cat food over shaved ice. You can also mix it together in a blender. Think of this as the kitty version of a milkshake!

Ice Cube

Some cats enjoy licking ice cubes. Go ahead and put one on a plate for your kitty. Don’t be surprised if she chooses to bat at it instead. Fluffy’s adorable ‘toe beans’ help her regulate her temperature. Therefore, playing ice cube hockey will both entertain your pet and help her stay cool.

Catsicles

Get a few cans of wet food with a high moisture content, and add water or sodium-free broth to thin it out even more. Then, freeze some in small portions. You can use bottlecaps to portion them out. Offer your furry pal a few pieces when it gets hot.

Feline Ice Cream

While real ice cream isn’t good for kitties, you can make your feline buddy her own. You can use frozen yogurt or cat milk, which you can find in many pet stores, as a base. Add things like tuna; cooked meat, fish, or poultry; bits of kibble; catnip; and/or organic baby food. Just be sure to stick to ingredients that are safe for your feline friend.

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