Many of you may have noticed that we forgot to post an entry yesterday. Sorry about that. But the good news is, that means we’ll be posting THREE entries (which means three prizes) in the next 48 hours in order to get all of our 12 Days of Ice Cream entries published before December 25!
Thanks to Lee C. from Philadelphia, PA, for sending us this photo of “silly Millie” enjoying some Cherry Duetto. Lee says licking the bottom of the Duetto carton is one of Millie’s “favorite things to do.” Funny thing is, for a lot of us here at the office, it’s our favorite thing to do, too!
NOTE: Because some dogs and other pets are prone to lactose intolerance, care should be taken when feeding your pet ice cream. Like most “people food” treats, moderation is the key. Talk to your veterinarian if you have questions about your pet’s ability to eat ice cream.
TODAY’S PRIZE: The soft and cuddly little guy on the right is today’s prize for one commenter chosen at random from this entry. He’s the Ice Clown Plus from a company called Evil Ice Cream. The name may sound ominous, but they actually make a variety of very cute toys!
Tags: duetto, ice cream, pets, turkey hill
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If you’ve got a technical question about the ice cream making process or some other inquiry about the nuances of America’s favorite treat, chances are Ernie has the answer. He might not be able to answer all questions, but he’ll try his best and some may be featured on the Ice Cream Journal.
That picture brings back memories. I had a cat that loved ice cream. He’d insist on licking the bowl, the bottom of the carton, and would even tap you to lick ice cream off the spoon if he thought he was being neglected.
something my cat would do cute picture.
millie might be a great ice creamer but I enjoy licking the spoon from Rum Raisin Ice cream—– my favorite wintertime treat and summer too, brings back memeories of the past winter
my puppies just love your vaniila ice cream, one gets the bottom container and the other puppy gets the lid
My Aunt and Uncle’s dog eats a kiddie cone to take her pill in the Summer.
That picture reminds me of our pet Dog “Belle”. She loved ice cream and every once in a while I would let her lick the carton too.
Our black lab does the same thing LOL
Thank is a really cute picture!
I have been known to feed my animals a dribble of my lactose free milk. My old dog will dance around for it (her only exercise…)
Aww what a cute prize! Love the 12 days of Christmas!
I can use this prize! Tomorrow a new granddaughter is going to be born and the toys will eventually be perfect for her or my first grandchild, a boy, who was born in June!
The picture is cute and so is the Ice Clown Plus.
The Ice Clown Plus is cute and so is the cat licking the ice cream container.
We love the photo.
We don’t have pets but I love to get every last drop for myself.
THAT CAT KNOWS WHAT GOOD IS!
Two of my favorite things- cats and Turkey Hill!!
My cat likes Chocolate…go figure.
And when Millie finishes she can have fun again cleaning off her whiskers!
Great picture!
This picture is super adorable. And yes, most things in moderation are good for dogs, so ice cream can certainly be served to dogs. However chocolate ice cream should never be given to dogs, because chocolate is poisonous to most animals (human’s just have a very high tolerance but still could die from eating too much, although they would likely just get sick and puke it up). Chocolate can cause arrhythmias in the heart and worms for dogs and it contain caffeine, theobromine, or theophylline, which can be toxic and affect the heart and nervous systems.. Vanilla is certainly a safe flavor. Low fat versions should be avoided as well though because the artificial sweeteners are not easily digested by dogs and can be toxic. Ice cream treats are even available in most local grocery stores called “frosty paws.” Too much ice cream can be a problem though because it is harder for dog’s digestive systems to process and break down a lot of dairy as they have less of the essential enzymes for lipid digestion. Also they have small amounts of the enzyme lactase, which breaks down the lactose in milk. This can result in diarrhea. Lactose-free milk products are available for pets. But yes, letting your dog lick the top of your ice cream cone or sundae will not harm him/her, and they sure lick their lips after so you know they are enjoying it!
Love this picture. We had a dog that would take cartons out of the garbage to lick them clean.
very cute
Cute photo! I like the toy but is there really any such thing as “evil ice cream”?
We’ve had a cat living in our house for the last 3 months. We think the cat is lost but the cat doesn’t appear to agree. We haven’t been willing to share our ice cream with her…yet
My grandson would love that Ice Clown Plus:)
What a cute stuffed ice cream cone.
What fantastic idea. You guys are the greatest !!!!!!!!!
That cat has good taste in ice cream. Meow!
There is no such thing as evil ice cream, only some of the weird stuff “designers” decide to put it in!!
We like the Ice Clown Plus very much, especially how his bottom makes a kind of “splat!”
My kitty Zoe likes Ice Cream…only thing she doesn’t want to wait till I give her it. I can’t walk away from my bowl! Now I make sure I give her a little bit first. She actually recognizes the Ice Cream container. She won’t eat any type of table food, or drink milk, but she loves ice cream.
He is so cute! Please enter me
We have Three dogs over eight cats [ all strays we fixed live out side in a homemade cat house] two goats and a min horse. Yes we all eat ice cream.
adorable picture
CATS LIKE HUMANS HAVE GOOD TASTE WHEN THEY EAT TURKEY HILL ICE IT,S A CATS MEOW
CORRECTION CATS LIKE HUMANS HAVE GOOD TASTE WHEN THEY EAT TURKEY HILL ICE CREAM IT,S A CATS MEOW
My dog does not just lick the carton, she eats its too. Oh well.
This picture goes to show that everyone loves Turkey Hill ice cream! Thanks for the pic, I love it and would love this prize. Thanks for making the holidays so much brighter.
I give Shaelynn(my Westie) Turkey Hill Ice Cream every other night, she loves the Vanilla and Peanut Butter Swirl. Never had a problem with her eating it.Pets are like people they know a good product too. Thanks Turkey Hill and Happy Holidays. Linda
That is a really adorable picture. I always thought cats could enjoy milk products, but my daughter-in-law who has always had cats insists not. I guess it all depends on the cat. Obviously, the one in the picture doesn’t have a problem. Lucky Cat!
AWWW cuteness
My two Huskies LOVE ice cream! It reminds them of the great white north.
My dog loves to like the ice cream when we’re done too
This ia a cute story. I sent this to my neice. She loves cats and has one of her own.
How cute – both the cat and the toy.
Millie cleans out the carton the same way I do! Have to get every last bit of yumminess!!
every dog and cat i have ever had has shared our ice cream of the day. the one memory that stands out, is momma cat, who lived to be 21. she had her own little dish and when she saw ice cream being dished out, she would twine around your feet and meow until she got it. she wasn’t too partial to chocolate, but went crazy over butter pecan.
I never thought to share ice cream with my dog. I’m sure she would love it
My dog loves vanilla ice cream. Although I am very cautious of how much he gets, and when he gets it. He only gets a few licks. But boy does he enjoy it. Love the picture.
My granddaughter just loves stuffed animals. I could give her that and ice cream too, Turkey Hill, of course
That really is a cute picture of Millie. Those who are worried about ice cream for pets, I’m sure the little bit that’s left in the carton should be a safe amount. I always let my cat lick it and have never had any problems.
Everyone screams(meows, barks) for ice cream. Our beloved Minnie could be anywhere in our home but all you had to do was take the Turkey Hill box out of the freezer and she would be at your feet. She has gone on to heaven but our other cat Tigger cries for it too. And lets not forget the Oliver the dog who sits and waits for his taste.
Wow! Seems like ice cream would be too cold for a cat..?..
I go to FreeKibble(DOT)com daily to learn facts about dogs and cats, and to donate food to shelter animals. I learned that cats do not have taste buds for “sweet” so I guess Millie is tasting the milk in the ice cream.
Ice Cream is not evil..we love it so how can it be evil?
Love this picture! It reminds me of our Bengal, Neechee. He loves Party Cake.
I am all for treating the pets, but they do need to wait in line!! And my daughter would love yet another stuffed animal!
O.M.G. This picture is so cute, I have alway’s had cats,some deased,and they alway’s loved ice cream.The one I have nos,Snowball is just crazy about ice cream,especially vanilla,like her owner,Turkey Hill is our favorite, thanks for making the best ice cream.
Laddie wants that cute ice cream toy. He loves toys! He also liked the picture of the cat eating the ice cream. Laddie’s afraid of CATS!!!!Just thought you’d like to know.
My cat Charlie loves to lick the ice cream scoop (ugh I know) but whenever I get out the scooper, he jumps into the sink and waits for me to put it down so he can get a taste of the rich and creamy! Aren’t cats soooo smart!
My dogs and cat love ice cream.
My daughter loves stuffed animals and I’m sure would love this little guy so I told her I’d try and post a few entries on her behalf.
That is one lucky Cat.
That picture is too cute, I am going to see if my Boo likes some of the Turkey Hill eggnog we have..I am sure she will love it!!
Looks like my dog! He loves to lick the ice cream carton! He would prefer if we left more in it but he takes what he can get!
Sorry but we aren’t gonna share Turkey Hill Ice Cream with our cat. It’s too good.
I used to let my daughter’s dog lick out the TH ice cream container. He LOVED coming to “grandma’s house”!
How adorable:) I want to just scoop that kitty up and cuddle:)
that is just so precious. i want to stick my face in a tub of ice cream too.
Ice clown plus . . does that mean two scoops
My cat loves Turkey Hill ice cream too! It is always a battle to keep his head out of the bowl I’m trying to eat.
It’s a common occurance to have plates for us and then two bowls for our cats that LOVE love Turkey Hill ice cream.
We have a cat but never tried to feed her ice cream. What would happen if you gave your cat a taste taste – Turkey Hill versus another brand. I have a feeling that Turkey Hill would win out.
our cat missy gets 1 tablespoon of
vanilla only, while i get a bowl full.
never had her complain yet.
Our dog is lactose intolerant, but she can have the last little bit of ice cream from our bowls, or like yesterday from the carton.
My dog loves Turkey Hill her favorites are cherry duetto, black cherry ice cream and vanilla bean ice cream.
She always has a small amount that is softened so she can eat it better. it is always the cleanest bowl in the house. Shw would love the ice cream toy too!
MY DAUGHTERS CAT,BAILEY ALSO ENJOYS ICECREAM WITH CARMEL TOPPING
That toy is the cutest.
Animals love Turkey Hill products too – imagine that!
That must be one happy cat.
Happy Holidays all
My daughter would love the plush ice cream cone.
something our cat would do also
WHENEVER I TAKE MY TURKEY HILL ICE CREAM OUT OF THE FREEZER MY GERMAN SHEPHERD DOG COMES RUNNING IN FOR SOME. I HAVE TO GIVE HIM SOME BECAUSE HE WILL BEG TILL HE GETS IT. ANY FLAVOR WILL DO HE’LL EAT ANY OF THEM. I HAVE MY FAVORITES SO THEREFORE THEY ARE HIS TOO. GIVE HIM ANY EMPTY CONTAINER AND OH BOY HE IS IN HEAVEN.
I know my dogs would devour the ice cream…I will have to tr tempting my cats!!!
wow, this is my silly kittie, Millie. I never expected to see her on this site, so funny. I forgot that I had sent this in, a senior moment. I will have to let my friends know of my famous cat. she was also once the pet of the month in our local newspaper.
Good to the last lick!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Wonderful photo I love cats they are just amazing!!!!My cat loves peach icecream…Happy Holidays to all!!!!
Our cat, Muffin, also ate ice cream. She used to lick my dish clean if I did not wash it immediately.
Why wouldn’t she? It’s the best in the state.
Evil and Ice Cream, now that doesn’t sound right! Glad the dog figured it out but isn’t that a waste of good ice cream? ha!
My cat, Cricket, also likes ice cream so I have to hurry and put the bowl away before she can get to it. She’s a bit overweight. She’d probably love the toy.
Yes, my Aussies compete for the chance to clean out the carton. One gets the lid, I have to make sure there is ample ice cream on it, and the other the container……. We humans of course love Turkey Hill Ice Cream….. keep it coming.
Love the photo!
I love the stuffed toy and know a little girl who would be crazy about it. I also loved the cat picture. At my daughter’s home it’s the two German Shepards who wait patiently for “Mom and Dad” to finish their ice cream so they can each lick a bowl.
Merry Merry Christmas! Happy Holidays!
Hope the Turkey Hill Team, the Turkey Hill consumers, and all the pet owners have a safe and pleasant celebration. Blessings to ALL of you!
I love Millie the cat! I’m an animal lover, particularly with cats the past several years. I have 1 indoor cat, Mitsy! I, also, take care of a family of 5 outdoor cats…Brownie, Scooter, Skipper, Bosco, and Coco.
Reminds me of one of my favorite pets, Barnabus, he would also share my “treat”with me.
The Ice Clown + looks more like an octopus.
Someone should send the cat sledding down the hill in a TH carton.
LOL
Cute photo. I never had a cat but would always give my dogs ice cream, esp. in hot weather. Just make sure it’s not chocolate, they’ll get sick.
Hi Turkey Hill And fans,
I love the picture of the cat. I love cat and mille look so cute in that picture. I like the prize for this time too. Like everyone say…a taste of or lick on the spoon is not goign to hurt them..please check with veterinary first befroe you give any pet any kind of ice cream.
I would not go so far as to stick my head in the carton to lick it out, but I do get every bit my spoon can find. The ice cream that hides in the cracks at the bottom of the box? THAT is EVIL ICE CREAM!
I would LOVE to receive this prize. I have 2 new nephews (one is 1 1/2 yrs. old and the other is 10 mos. old). This would be a WONDERFUL christmas present for one of them. By the way, I LOVE THE DUETTOS!!! My favorite flavor is the ROOT BEER (although I do like the cherry and orange too).
Cute pic! However, we just give our dog doggie ice cream.
That cat has good taste!
You’ll be “Purring” after eating some
Turkey Hill ice cream
Cherry Dueto: PUUURRRFECT!!!
That is a cute picture but my dog which is a german shepherd mix loves to lick out the cartons and gets her head stuck because she really gets inside the carton. When she is done it is like there wasn’t any ice cream in the carton at all. She would love to have that toy to carry around and as long as it dosn’t taste or smell like your ice cream she won’t chew it.
My sister “Millie” loves cats (has two) and loves Turkey Hill ice cream, too. I wonder if she shares her ice cream with her cats. I’ll have to ask her.
I’ll pass on the stuffed animal. It probably wouldn’t get along with all my penguins.
NOW…THIS IS MY KIND OF CAT!PUURFECT….
My dogs love to lick the end of the container. It gets all over their ears and usually leads to a bath!
thanks for the sweet comments about my millie and I loved reading about your pets too, I wish a merry christmas to all from me and millie
So much for the saucer of milk, but I think that cat has the right idea.
We have 5 cats and they love ice cream! Only the vanilla flavors though. Cute picture of Mille the cat. Merry Christmas. Amy
What A CUTE CAT I LOVE ALL CATS.
Our dog liked licking the empty carton, too
our cat comes over when we have a carton of open ice cream, but we haven’t given her any.
I don’t have a cat, but I use my fingers to make sure I get all the ice cream out of the seams on the bottom of carton.
My son and I try our best not to let any TH go to waste. My husband was a dog handler for twenty years in the service. We don’t have any pets, but I’m sure if we did they would get a taste of ice cream once in a while.
My dog and cat love ice cream! Too bad the dog can’t discover the world of chocolate.
Our dog runs into the kitchen when he hears the freezer opening….on the chance thats its ice cream we’re dishing out!
Holly my roommate is the ice cream queen of the world. Please give her the daily giveaway, it will make her ice cream dreams come true. Cookies n’ Cream, Peanut Butter Cup, Strawberry, or even Plain Jane Vanilla makes her smile!! She is quite the ice cream connoisseur!