There's nothing quite like a cold ice cream cone on a hot summer day. Heck, ice cream sounds appetizing no matter the season. And with fast food chains like Dairy Queen serving up soft serve seven days a week, you don't have to look too far to satisfy your sweet tooth. But what about your pup? Can dogs share your ice cream on a sunny (or rainy) afternoon?
Enter the Dairy Queen secret dog menu. Yes, DQ has a secret menu, and yes, it includes a special dish just for pups! So load your dog into the car and head straight for the Dairy Queen drive thru for one of the coolest menu hacks yet: the pup cup. Daily Paws' very own TikTok celebrity Kiba recently tested out the DQ secret menu item, and he seemed to wholeheartedly approve:
The DQ secret menu pup cup is a small dish of plain Dairy Queen soft serve topped with a dog biscuit. And the best part? It's free! Now you can indulge in a cotton candy blizzard for yourself and walk away with a cool treat for your dog, too—at no additional charge.
You may be wondering, can dogs eat ice cream? How safe is it? While DQ soft serve might not be the same as Ben & Jerry's Doggie Desserts (made specifically for canines), veterinarians say it is okay to spoil your pooch in small doses.
"In general, dogs are more sensitive to dairy than we are," says Laura Robinson, DVM and veterinary advisor to Pawp. She advises sticking to plain vanilla, like the soft serve Dairy Queen uses in the pup cup, or fruit sorbet flavors in small servings. Monitor their behavior the first time you give them ice cream to see if they have a reaction that could point to lactose intolerance: bloating, gas, diarrhea, or vomiting.
Remember that even the healthiest dog needs moderation—sweet frozen treats have excess sugar and calories that should be reserved for special occasions. So whether your dog is celebrating a birthday or surviving a vet visit, swing by your local Dairy Queen to grab a pup cup and share a special treat with your beloved pooch. Want more tips like these? Follow Daily Paws on TikTok for other secret dog menus and pet parent hacks!
You won't find a pup cup on a menu, partially because of the liability involved in marketing a human food for dogs' consumption. Just ask for a pup cup by name! If that fails, simply order a small cup of soft serve for your dog.
The complimentary Dairy Queen pup cup is a small portion of vanilla soft serve, garnished with a dog biscuit for good measure. Most Dairy Queen locations serve their pup cups free of charge, but since each franchise is independently owned, some may charge a small fee for this dog-friendly dessert.
A fan favorite, a cup of whipped cream will be served in an espresso or sample size cold beverage cup for your pup. You can either ask for a Puppuccino by name, or simply ask for some whipped cream in a cup for your pooch. It's one of the most popular Starbucks Secret Menu items and baristas are always happy to oblige.
The short answer is yes, with some caveats. “Puppuccinos are not toxic to dogs, meaning many dogs can safely enjoy these in moderation,” says Ashley Ackley, a veterinarian at Western Veterinary Partners in Denver.
How Much Does the Puppuccino Cost? Starbucks provides Puppuccinos free of charge. But it's good manners to order something else when you ask for a Puppuccino too. And a nice tip is never amiss either!
I was shocked that my staff didn't know what Puppy Chow. was and a customer even asked if it was dog food, so I'm here to clear up any confusion. Puppy Chow, also known as Muddy Buddies, are Czech cereal coated in chocolate and powdered sugar. The Blizzard is also mixed with peanut butter sauce.
According to Dr. Liff, puppaccinos are a totally fine for your dog's health, as are most dairy products. In fact, her Labraddodle Kyrie enjoys a puppucino almost every day.
How Do You Order a Puppuccino? This is one menu item you can't order through your Starbucks app—just tell your barista you have your dog along for the ride and they would very much like a Puppuccino (or a pup cup, or just a small cup of whipped cream). They'll know exactly what you're talking about.
Is whipped cream bad for dogs? No, whipped cream is not bad for most dogs. Just like with humans, not all dogs can digest dairy products with ease. If your dog is lactose intolerant, then it's not a good idea to get that puppuccino on your next drive-thru Starbucks run.
Dogs with severe allergies could have bad vomiting and diarrhoea after a pup cup, which can mean dehydration and a vet visit. Dogs with a history of pancreatitis should also avoid puppucinos due to their high fat content. This could cause a flare-up and lead to a vet visit.
While DQ soft serve might not be the same as Ben & Jerry's Doggie Desserts (made specifically for canines), veterinarians say it is okay to spoil your pooch in small doses. "In general, dogs are more sensitive to dairy than we are," says Laura Robinson, DVM and veterinary advisor to Pawp.
Yes, dogs can eat bananas. In moderation, bananas are a great low-calorie treat for dogs. They're high in potassium, vitamins, biotin, fiber, and copper. They are low in cholesterol and sodium, but because of their high sugar content, bananas should be given as a treat, not part of your dog's main diet.
Dunkin Donuts calls their version of the puppuccino- a puppy latte. So cute! So next time you're there order your pupper a latte and they'll enjoy a nice cup filled with whipped cream.
If you want a 'cup for pup' or 'puppy latte', as Dunkin' call the pup cup, all you need to do is ask when you make your order. This comes with whipped cream in a 4oz coffee cup and is usually completely free.
On your next visit, opt for a Pup Cup and behold: a free small vanilla soft serve, a creamy delight that transcends the typical whipped cream affair. It's Dairy Queen's way of acknowledging that dogs, much like their human counterparts, deserve a taste of the sweeter things in life.
Ice cream, in general, is not toxic to dogs however too much may give them diarrhea since dogs tend to be intolerant of dairy in large quantities. Dogs can also be lactose intolerant.
Can dogs eat whipped cream? Yes!They can eat whipped cream in moderation. If your dog is lactose intolerant or has a sensitive stomach then you should avoid giving your dog whipped cream or puppuccinos or use a vegan alternative.
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