As many pet parents already know, dogs don’t sweat! They can cool down only
by panting or through their paw pads. So they need to find external
ways to cool down, often. Dogs like ice because it’s a cold treat—a pupsicle, if you will. Eating ice or drinking ice water helps bring their body temperature down quickly to avoid overheating.
Dogs with the urge to chew also like ice, but be careful! The hardness of ice can chip or fracture teeth in some dogs, especially toy breeds with smaller jaws.
Teething
dogs may also like ice cubes to help relieve pain. Some
dogs simply like to play with ice cubes, sliding them around on the
floor. If that’s the case, you may want to let your dog enjoy ice cubes
outside to avoid a puddly mess indoors.
Can Dogs Eat Ice Cubes?
Yes,
in a word. Eating or licking ice is a surefire fast way to cool your
dog down. Plus, having him suck on ice cubes or drink water with ice
cubes could help stop a dog from overheating.
