Beat the Dog Days of Summer with Ice Cream For You and Your Dog

The dog days of summer are here, and these ice cream parlors are serving sweet treats for you and your furry friends.
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Photographs courtesy Don’s Creamy Whip

The dog days of summer are finally here. Looking to cool off from the brutal heat with a sweet treat for you and your pup? Check out our list of local ice cream parlors that offer Pup Cups to accommodate your furry friends.


Don’s Creamy Whip 

Dogs eat well at Don’s. Their pup menu includes simple ice cream, topped with whipped cream and dog biscuits. For a special treat, the Nikki Doggy Sundae has all that with a drizzle of peanut butter. They also offer handmade frozen dog treats with blended Greek yogurt, strawberries, and blueberries. The family-owned business sells unique types of soft serve, such as blueberry, yogurt, and non-dairy flavors. 1522 Market St, Reading, (513) 554-1969

Mt. Washington Creamy Whip & Bakery

At this retro-style ice cream parlor, you can get a classic pup cup or Dogster frozen treat in cheese or peanut butter flavor for your furry friend. The family-owned shop has traditional soft serve, baked goods, and edible cookie dough. Take a seat in its outdoor seating area, or take your treat on the go to nearby Stanberry Park, where you and your dog can bask in the summer sun with your refreshing dessert. 2069 Beechmont Ave., Mt. Washington, (513) 231-5295

Graeter’s 

Graeter’s regularly offers Dogster’s ice cream treats and locally made Brewhaus Dog Bones. But this summer, the Cincinnati staple will also host Dog’s Night Out at select locations, where pups get free treats while the ice cream joint brings in adoptable dogs from The League for Animal Welfare. Remaining dates for the summer are July 3, August 7, and September 4. Various locations

Dojo Gelato 

Nestled in Northside, dogs can get a scoop of freshly-made whipped cream while their owners enjoy Italian-style gelato in flavors such as sea salt caramel, Dutch chocolate, or Vietnamese coffee. Savor gelato and espressos on Dojo’s outside patio, or take a stroll to Northside’s nearby vintage shops and dog-friendly restaurants, like Tickle Pickle. 1735 Blue Rock St., Northside, (513) 328-9000

 

Sharky’s Arctic Sweets & Eats

The Northern Kentucky parlor is known for being kid- and dog-friendly. This summer, you can get vanilla ice cream and whipped cream drizzled with peanut butter for your canine companion. In addition to classic ice cream flavors and its specialty Tsunamis, Sharky’s also serves diner-style burgers, chicken, and more for you to enjoy. The parlor is complete with a large playground for kids to play on while they eat their sweet treats. 9924 Alexandria Pike, Alexandria, (859) 448-0999 

Photograph courtesy Justin Schafer

Putz’s Creamy Whip 

Like others on this list, Putz’s is a classic summer ice cream spot with classic pup cups. Dogs can get a small portion of Borden Dairy ice cream, served plain or with whipped cream. For humans, there are lots of savory options to choose from (and maybe even share with your pup), such as chili cheese dogs, soft pretzels, and walking tacos. The parlor is right next to Mt. Airy Forest, with miles of hiking trails and a dog park. 2673 Putz Pl., Westwood, (513) 681-8668

Norwood Delite Creamy Whip

This charming pink, walk-up creamy whip features mini-sized cones dolloped with vanilla ice cream for your four-legged friend. The menu includes dozens of sundaes, shakes, and slushies to choose from. Situated in a neighborhood, the creamy whip is just minutes away from Factory 52, a community center with shops, restaurants, and a dog park. 4490 Forest Ave, Norwood, (513) 841-1114

Silver Grove Dari Bar

Located along the Ohio River, this walk-up stand offers biscuit-topped pup cups with vanilla ice cream and whipped cream. With soft serve, its signature Blitz, and more diner-style food, you can eat your meal at outdoor picnic tables or on a walk through the scenic St. Anne Woods. 5178 Mary Ingles Hwy., Silver Grove, (859) 781-2221

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