Messy Mutts Pupsicle Mold Review — Bone Popsicle Tray

Intro

I’m The Pet Dude, and I’ll admit I geek out over small but clever pet gear. The Messy Mutts Framed Silicone Popsicle Mold is one of those little items that promises to make hot summer days and cranky teething puppies a lot more enjoyable — at least in theory. The tray makes six bone-shaped frozen treats per batch, with marked fill lines for two portion sizes, and the framed edge is designed to keep sloppy fills from turning into a freezer mess.

What it is / first look

On paper this is simple: a 10" x 10" framed silicone popsicle mold that produces six bone-shaped pupsicles. The listing calls it a "dog pupsicle mold" and the molded shapes include stick holders to keep a treat or "stick" in place while freezing. The tray is silicone with a structured rim — the product copy specifically calls the rim a "structured nylon rim" designed to reduce spillage and make carrying the tray to and from the freezer easier.

From the specs you get clear, measurable details: the tray measures 9.96 x 9.49 x 2.13 inches and weighs 7.37 ounces. Each bone cavity has two fill lines: one at 1.5 ounces for smaller popsicles, and a 3-ounce fill line for full-size pupsicles. The listing repeats that it's freezer- and dishwasher-safe and describes the material as food-grade silicone that is "BPA and odor free" and "odor and stain resistant."

The mold ships in a single-piece framed tray and comes in a few bright colors. In my research notes owners repeatedly mentioned the frame as a standout — the rigid edge makes filling, moving and popping out frozen treats much easier than floppy, all-silicone trays.

Colors and design notes

• Available colors: Blue, Orange, Watermelon.

I list the colors above because the visual pop matters: owners liked the vibrant options (one called the watermelon "vibrant and pretty"). The rigid, framed edge is the design feature that separates this from many flexible kitchen molds and makes the tray feel intentional for pet use rather than repurposed human molds.

In daily use

If you make frozen treats for dogs regularly, the day-to-day workflow matters: mixing, filling, freezing, transporting to the freezer, and popping out the finished pupsicles. The Messy Mutts tray is built around that workflow.

Filling and freezing

The molded stick holders make it easy to use an edible treat as a "stick" (the listing suggests using an edible stick treat), or you can skip sticks entirely and press a frozen bone right into a bowl for your dog. The two marked fill lines—1.5 oz and 3 oz—give quick portion control. That 1.5 oz option is explicitly called out for mini popsicles for smaller pups; the 3 oz line is the maximum per cavity. The framed rim helps keep overfills from spilling into the rest of the freezer — the tray is recessed enough that a little overfill won’t immediately become a mess, according to the product copy and owner notes.

Popping out and serving

One of the most common practical complaints with pure-silicone trays is how floppy they are while you carry them to the freezer. This Messy Mutts tray has a hard framed edge which owners repeatedly praised: it makes carrying the filled tray straightforward without having to balance it on another pan. Frozen treats generally pop out easily — the silicone is flexible enough to push from the back of the bone cavity while the frame provides leverage. Owners also noted the molds don’t stain and they pop clean, so you can rapidly repeat batches.

Cleaning and storage

The listing states the tray is dishwasher-safe and freezer-safe, and it also says the silicone is odor- and stain-resistant. That lines up with owner notes that call the mold "very sturdy and easy to clean" and say it doesn’t retain stains or odors after repeated frozen yogurt or broth-based batches. The mold is flexible and stackable; multiple trays can nest for storage or be stacked by turning one 90 degrees.

Portion and recipe ideas

The listing content suggests filling the tray with things like broths, yogurt, milk, dog-friendly fruits and vegetables, or mixing in supplements or medication. It also points out the tray can be used to calm teething puppies. In practice, people in my research used plain Greek yogurt, peanut butter mixes, bone broth and even freeze-dried liver bits added to a broth for more interest. Because the tray makes six fairly substantial bones, the 1.5 oz mini fill line is useful for small dogs or to make smaller bite-sized frozen bites.

Materials & build quality

The listing marks the material type as silicone and calls the silicone food-grade, BPA-free, odor- and stain-resistant. The molded frame is a combination of flexible silicone cavities with a structured rim (described as nylon in the copy) that holds shape while carrying, filling and freezing.

From the owner notes I collected, hands-on impressions were consistent: the silicone is flexible enough to release frozen treats cleanly, while the rigid edge gives the whole tray stability. Owners used terms like "well made," "sturdy," and "high-quality silicone." One person who does resin work noted the tray is deep and gives room to make both thin and thicker bones, and another mentioned that their pupsicles measure roughly 2" x 4" with a depth around 1.25" when filled to the maximum — specifics like those came from owner feedback and align with the per-cavity 3 oz capacity stated in the product copy.

Because the listing emphasizes the framed rim, I’ll say this clearly: the hybrid approach (soft silicone cavities + hard outer rim) is the feature that materially improves usability compared with thin, floppy all-silicone molds. That rim makes the difference between a fiddly fill-and-walk process and one you can actually do in the kitchen without putting the tray on a baking sheet first.

Safety considerations

Pet safety is the first thing I look for on any treatware, and the listing covers several basic signals. The manufacturer states the silicone is food-grade and the trays are BPA-free and odor-free. They also say the product is odor- and stain-resistant, and dishwasher- and freezer-safe. Those are all positive safety and convenience flags for anything that contacts consumables.

That said, a few safety notes you should keep front of mind:

• Portion size and choking risk: The cavities produce fairly large bones when filled to the 3 oz line. For small dogs or gulpers, give the mini 1.5 oz size or supervise while your dog chews. The mold’s per-cavity maximum is 3 ounces and a marked mini line is 1.5 ounces; use those fill lines to portion safely.
• Sticks and choking: The mold includes molded stick holders and the listing recommends edible stick treats for the popsicle stick. The listing does not say that sticks are included, so assume they are not. If you use sticks, choose edible stick treats sized to your dog and supervise — any stick can be a potential choking hazard if your dog chews it off and tries to swallow large pieces.
• Ingredients and additives: The product copy suggests combining pupsicles with supplements, medication, broths, yogurt or milk. I don’t offer medical advice — consult a qualified professional before adding supplements or medication and check ingredient safety for your dog, especially if your dog has food sensitivities.
• Freezing and handling safety: The framed rim reduces spills when transporting a filled tray, but if you overfill or place an unstable object on top of a wet tray you could still make a mess. The listing notes the tray is recessed to help contain small overfills, but it’s not a guarantee of zero spill if you’re heavy-handed.

Who this is for / who should skip

I break this down by dog size and life stage because the tray’s utility depends on how big your dog is and how you plan to use the pupsicles.

Small dogs and puppies (toy, small breeds)

The listing includes a 1.5 oz fill line explicitly for mini popsicles and mentions calming teething puppies as a use case. If you have a small dog or young puppy, this mold is usable if you stop at the 1.5 oz line or make half fills. Owners confirmed they used the smaller line for little dogs, and one owner specifically said they used these for a 15 lb Yorkie among other larger dogs. For very young puppies, I’d recommend small fills and supervision.

Medium to large dogs

One of the most common themes in my research notes was that these molds make fairly large treats — several owners called them "very large" or "great sized treats" for larger or long-chewer dogs. The 3 oz fill produces a substantial frozen bone that’s well-suited to medium and large dogs and to dogs that enjoy a longer chew session. If you spoil your pups, these make a memorable, substantial treat.

Puppy teething and enrichment

The listing suggests pupsicles to calm teething puppies, and owners used them that way. Frozen yogurt or broth-based pupsicles can soothe gums and occupy a teething pup. Because the tray can take add-ins (treat bits, kibble, freeze-dried liver), you can make them a little more engaging by embedding crunchy elements in a frozen broth or yogurt base.

Who should skip

• If you only want tiny bite-sized frozen treats under an ounce, this tray may be too large — the smallest fill is 1.5 oz per cavity.
• If you want included sticks or novelty packaging, the listing doesn’t state sticks are included — you’ll need to provide edible stick treats or serve the bones without sticks.
• If you need an ultra-compact freezer space, this 10" x 10" tray takes more room than single-serve molds, though it can nest with other trays for storage.

Verdict

I like the Messy Mutts Framed Silicone Popsicle Mold for owners who want a repeatable, low-fuss way to make larger frozen treats for their dogs. The hybrid build — flexible silicone cavities with a structured rim — addresses the two weakest points of most silicone molds: floppy handling while filling and stubborn popsicle release. The listing’s food-grade silicone, BPA-free and dishwasher-safe claims are exactly what I look for in kitchen-adjacent pet gear, and owners consistently reported easy popping and easy cleaning.

It’s not perfect for everyone: the cavities are noticeably large at full fill, so small-dog households should stick to the 1.5 oz line. Also, sticks are not stated to be included, so plan to use edible stick treats or serve the bones without stakes.

Check before you buy

• Confirm you’re comfortable with the per-cavity sizes: 1.5 oz (mini) and 3 oz (full).
• Decide whether you’ll supply edible stick treats; the listing shows molded stick holders but doesn’t state sticks are included.
• Plan for freezer space: the tray measures 9.96 x 9.49 x 2.13 inches and is a 10" x 10" framed tray.
• Note the framed rim is designed to reduce spills and make carrying easier; owners found this a useful feature.
• Check for the color you want — available Blue, Orange, and Watermelon — and remember the listing says the silicone is odor- and stain-resistant and dishwasher-safe.

Final takeaway: if you want to make larger, substantial frozen treats for playful chewers, warm-weather enrichment, or teething puppies, this tray is a solid, well-considered option. The rigid rim makes it practical, the fill lines give clear portion control, and the material claims are what I want to see for anything that touches food.

Quick pros and cons (from the listing and owner notes)

• Pros: Framed rim for easy handling, food-grade silicone, dishwasher- and freezer-safe, odor- and stain-resistant, two fill sizes per cavity, stacked/stackable design, six bone shapes per tray, molded stick holders.
• Cons: Cavities are large at the 3 oz fill — not ideal if you only want very small treats; sticks are not listed as included; takes some freezer footprint.

Colors mentioned earlier (Blue, Orange, Watermelon) are bright and many owners liked the vibrancy — I include them again because they may factor into your purchase choice.

FAQ

• Q: How many pupsicles does the tray make at once?

  A: The tray makes six bone-shaped pupsicles per batch; the listing specifies 6 pieces per mold.

• Q: How big are the pupsicles?

  A: Each cavity has two fill lines: a 1.5-ounce line for mini popsicles and a 3-ounce line for full-size pupsicles. Owner feedback referenced finished bones roughly 2" x 4" and about 1.25" deep when filled to the maximum, which aligns with the 3 oz per-cavity capacity stated in the listing.

• Q: Are the stick holders compatible with normal popsicle sticks, and are sticks included?

  A: The mold has molded stick holders and the product copy suggests using edible stick treats for the stick. The listing does not specify that sticks are included, so assume you must supply your own edible sticks or serve the frozen bones without a stick.

• Q: Is the mold safe to wash in the dishwasher and will it stain?

  A: The listing states the tray is dishwasher- and freezer-safe and that the silicone is odor- and stain-resistant, so it should tolerate repeated dishwasher cycles and resist lasting odors or stains.

• Q: Can I stack multiple trays for storage?

  A: Yes. The product copy calls the molds flexible and stackable; multiple trays can nest for storage or be stacked by turning one 90 degrees.

• Q: Is the silicone food-grade and free of BPA?

  A: The listing states the trays are made with food-grade silicone and are BPA-free, odor-free and odor- and stain-resistant.

• Q: Will the framed rim prevent spills when carrying a filled tray?

  A: The listing highlights a structured nylon rim designed to reduce spillage and make it easier to carry the tray to and from the freezer. Owner notes also emphasized that the rigid edge made the tray much easier to move without sagging.