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You are here: Home / Diary / Popsicle Selfie (and Quickie Cat Popsicle Tips)

Popsicle Selfie (and Quickie Cat Popsicle Tips)

June 25, 2017 By: Summer Samba49 Comments

somali cat on Cat World Domination Day

Did you have fun at my Cat World Domination Day celebration? It was so awesome to see so many of you partying on your own blog posts, and visiting me too! Thank you for all of that. While I was partying, I figured it would be a good time for selfie taking. And I figured the best time would be when I was enjoying my low sodium chicken broth popsicle!

somali cat setting up iPhone for selfie

Before I do anything, I need to make sure the iPhone is set up just right.

somali cat looking for cat popsicle

Okay, I think I have the angle down. Now where’s the popsicle?

somali cat smiling at popsicle

Yum! Here it is. I think I will need to set up the timer to get this just right.

somali cat licking chicken broth popsicle

And there you have it!

Now here are a few tips for making your own popsicles for your cats. It’s summer, so it’s a fun way to cool off.

Tips for Kitty Popsicle Sticks

  • Use either low sodium or sodium free chicken broth. Even low sodium has more salt than is really that good for us kitties, so only let us have a few licks. If made without salt, we can have more.
  • If store bought broth, only let us have a few licks. Most of the time, the ingredient list is pretty vague about “flavorings,” and you don’t really know what went into it. So be safe, and only let us have a little.
  • If you can, make your own broth. That way you can control what goes into it, and you can add some fun extras, like catnip, or chicken shreds. Consider when making broth for humans, putting aside some especially for kitties, so you can skip the spices for us, but keep them in for your own use.
  • You don’t have to just use chicken broth — get creative! Use watered-down tuna juice, or add chopped up sardines or turkey shreds. You don’t have to use full-strength broth, especially if you are adding extra treats.
  • Use small children’s popsicle molds to make the popsicles. The all plastic kind are the best — they are safer than the kind that need wooden sticks. Ideally, they should be left to freeze overnight.
  • Remember, these are treats! Even if they are all healthy-for-kitty ingredients, don’t expect your cat to eat the whole thing.
  • Only make a little the first time. It’s possible your cat might not like them. I loved the popsicle, but Binga and Boodie weren’t that interested. Maybe it’s because they are older and cold things make their teeth hurt? I don’t know. But not every cat loves them.

You will have to let me know if you try them!

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Comments

  1. LESLEY CASTLE says

    April 27, 2020 at 12:57 pm

    Oh wow!

    Reply
  2. Xenabobb says

    September 13, 2019 at 9:54 am

    Great idea for extra-hot days. Thank you for sharing, Summer.

    Reply
  3. Catscue Catmom says

    July 8, 2019 at 1:05 pm

    Wow! Your Mom is creative, what a great idea!

    Reply
  4. Selina says

    March 27, 2019 at 3:46 pm

    MK doesn’t cook. She’s so slack but even SHE could do this!!!!

    Purrz!
    Selina

    Reply
  5. Sandi Stefani says

    March 26, 2019 at 3:54 pm

    Great selfies as always.
    Bodacious

    Reply
  6. Andrea and the Celestial Kitties says

    July 20, 2017 at 10:45 pm

    What a yummy way to cool off!

    Reply
  7. Chirpy Cats says

    July 5, 2017 at 6:18 pm

    What a great idea for summer popcicles for kitties! Thank you for sharing some decided tips, we have to try this for our Chirpies!

    Reply
  8. Team Dash Kitten says

    July 1, 2017 at 1:30 am

    e never thought of making ice lollies for cats! What an inspired idea!!

    Reply
  9. Beau Beau and Angie says

    June 27, 2017 at 5:30 am

    Just in time for SUMMER! 🙂 Thank you for the tip and we will try this for sure. I think we have some chicken bone broth that is Paleo so it should be pretty basic. Some of the chicken broths in the store have onion powder listed in them too. So make sure if you make your own broth you leave onion out as well as the salt. Enjoy your Summer, Summer with those cool pops!

    Reply
  10. Cathy Keisha says

    June 26, 2017 at 3:28 pm

    Those selfies are pawsome only that plant behind you made us laugh. It’s like a cool feather hat. Dunno it I’d like the pop. Maybe.

    Reply
  11. Amy says

    June 26, 2017 at 1:41 pm

    Don’t think my cats would eat something like this. One might. He likes eggs, chicken and steak. But my other cat won’t eat any of that stuff. She only eats her can food. Finicky little twit.

    Reply
  12. Little Binky and Granny says

    June 26, 2017 at 12:10 pm

    Pawsome Selfies, Summer and thank you for the receipt of the popsicle ..they look pawlicking goodPawkisses for a happy week❤

    Reply
  13. Athena says

    June 26, 2017 at 12:27 am

    Wonderful selfies, Summer!

    Reply
  14. Gattina says

    June 26, 2017 at 12:24 am

    Your selfies are gorgeous as usual ! I doubt that my cats would love chicken popcicles, Rosie and Kim only eat dry food never something else, only Arthur he might, because he is a garbage cat and eats everything he steal of course, even cakes !!

    Reply
  15. Nellie says

    June 25, 2017 at 7:04 pm

    THAT is the purrfect shot! Summer you are the best model ever!
    I am sorry I missed Cat World Domination Day! Without a cat, I am missing a ton of things…hopefully that will be rectified soon when Marvelous arrives!
    I will have to see if he likes Summer’s Chicken Popcicles!
    Love Barb

    Reply
  16. Just Ducky says

    June 25, 2017 at 6:41 pm

    I am not a ice cube fan.

    Reply
  17. Sometimes Cats Herd You says

    June 25, 2017 at 5:11 pm

    We love the idea of kitty popsicles. Ashton wants the head peep to get right on making her some chicken ones. If she does, we’ll let you know how they go!

    Reply
  18. Jo-Anne the crazy lady says

    June 25, 2017 at 4:33 pm

    Just the thing for a kitty on a hot day

    Reply
  19. Ellen Pilch says

    June 25, 2017 at 3:51 pm

    Great selfies Summer. And thanks for the tips, I can’t wait to make some for my cats.

    Reply
  20. Seville at Nerissa's Life says

    June 25, 2017 at 3:48 pm

    I’m thinkin’…

    I’m thinkin’…

    I’m thinkin’ STRAIGHT-UP NIP popsicles would be SUPER yummy, for sure. purrs

    Reply
  21. Melissa, Mudpie & Angel Truffles says

    June 25, 2017 at 3:42 pm

    Great tips, Summer! I think this was the best Cat World Domination Day ever.

    Reply
  22. Purrjamm Cats says

    June 25, 2017 at 3:26 pm

    Wow! Those pops look scrumptious. Now that mom is back from her CE trip she can make some up for us too. Great recipe. Gotta find mom now… Purrs

    Reply
  23. Memories of Eric and Flynn says

    June 25, 2017 at 2:47 pm

    Those are lovely selfies. Your eyes tell how much you love the popsicle.

    Reply
  24. RAINe says

    June 25, 2017 at 2:29 pm

    thank you for the great tips. Our human couldn’t find sodium-free so she bought low-sodium broth and she put them in an ice cube tray because she didn’t have sticks (humans never think ahead). We’ll give them a try, just a few licks like you say. Thank you for the pawsome idea. Stay cool!

    Reply
  25. Raven says

    June 25, 2017 at 1:47 pm

    Fantastic photo! You could also make broth ice cubes and put one in a bowl for easy licking.

    Reply
  26. Charles Huss says

    June 25, 2017 at 11:38 am

    The popsicle is a great idea, Summer.

    Reply
  27. The Florida Furkids says

    June 25, 2017 at 10:59 am

    Adorable Popsicle selfie! That really sounds refreshing!!

    The Florida Furkids

    Reply
  28. Katie Isabella says

    June 25, 2017 at 10:58 am

    OH Summer…that picture is perfect for your serif and every day. So is the smiling one. xoxo

    Reply
  29. Pipo/Angel-Minko/MrJackFreckles says

    June 25, 2017 at 10:30 am

    Wow, Summer, you sure was all about getting licks from your popsicle! What a fun selfie!

    Thanks for sharing those tips so maybe Pipo can try one too. Maybe in an ice cube in his bowl? He can be a fussy dude, MOL!

    Reply
  30. HH and The Boys says

    June 25, 2017 at 9:46 am

    I love it…. Summer welcoming Summer!!!

    Have a great day.

    hugs, Bugsy, Knuckles and HH

    Reply
  31. Sherri-Ellen T-D. says

    June 25, 2017 at 9:37 am

    Mee-you those are purrfect Summer selfiess Summer gurl…Yur a PRO at this foto takin stuff!!
    An tuna flavored poppysickullss sound furabuluss! 😉
    ***nose kissesss*** Siddhartha Henry xxxx

    Reply
  32. Fraidy Cats! says

    June 25, 2017 at 8:32 am

    hee hee! cute selfie, Summer! your pawty sure was a lot of fun. thanks for the popsicle tips. we’ll have to get our mom to make some for us. the weather sure is perfect for them 🙂

    pip, smidgen, minnie, hollie, sharpie, ditto, TL

    Reply
  33. Toby and Leia says

    June 25, 2017 at 8:30 am

    Yep, you sure are enjoying that popsicle.

    Reply
  34. Lola says

    June 25, 2017 at 8:00 am

    Oh my stars, now THAT is a great selfie!

    Reply
  35. The Swiss Cats says

    June 25, 2017 at 7:52 am

    What a wonderful idea ! Your popsicle selfie is just purrfect ! Purrs

    Reply
  36. meowmeowmans says

    June 25, 2017 at 7:36 am

    OMC! Those popsicles sure do sound delicious, Summer. We’ll have to get our humans to help us make some. 🙂

    Nice selfie!

    Reply
  37. Catatopia says

    June 25, 2017 at 7:20 am

    Your popsicle selfie is perfect! Maybe you should do a series of food-related selfies. Strictly to please your fans, of course. 😉

    Reply
  38. barbee says

    June 25, 2017 at 6:01 am

    Johnny-go-round thinks your party looks elegant! He wanted me to let you know.

    Reply
  39. Brian frum says

    June 25, 2017 at 5:42 am

    We love your popsicle selfie pretty Summer!

    Reply
  40. speedyrabbit says

    June 25, 2017 at 5:33 am

    OMB you licking the popsicle is just to cute for words.xx Speedy

    Reply
  41. The Island Cats says

    June 25, 2017 at 5:17 am

    Summer, that selfie is the best! We like to lick up chicken broth…we don’t know if we would like it frozen, but it’s worth a try.

    Reply
  42. Roby Sweet says

    June 25, 2017 at 4:57 am

    That last shot is priceless! You could be in a commercial for chicken popsicles. We had a really fun time at your party yesterday!

    Reply
  43. Margaret Elmendorf says

    June 25, 2017 at 4:54 am

    Summer that selfie of you with the popsicle is just terrific.

    Reply
  44. The kitties of purring pines says

    June 25, 2017 at 4:32 am

    Love the selfies!

    Reply
  45. erin the cat (princess) says

    June 25, 2017 at 3:32 am

    The look of delight on your face is so clear to see. Thank you so much for the recipe and the advice on ingredients etc.
    Have a lovely Sunday and week.
    Purrs, ERin

    Reply
  46. Rose Smith says

    June 25, 2017 at 2:49 am

    Beautiful selfies ❤

    Reply
  47. Mickey's Musings says

    June 25, 2017 at 2:41 am

    We love your selfie Summer!
    We also like the tips for making cat popsicles 🙂
    Purrs Georgia,Julie and JJ

    Reply
  48. mariodacat says

    June 25, 2017 at 1:55 am

    Love your selkfie this morning sweetie. Yummmm, looks good too. But thenb, who doesn’t like chicken flavor!

    Reply
  49. The Poupounette Gang says

    June 25, 2017 at 1:05 am

    The one of you eating the popsicle is priceless, Summer! Your eyes look like Bibi’s!

    Purrs,
    The Chans

    Reply

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