All Natural Dog Treats

The most important thing to look for in natural dog treats is just that, that they are natural.  Many treats are processed with chemicals, preservatives, additives, and other ingredients that do not contribute to the well-being of the dog; and just as with humans, the more natural your food intake the better you feel.  These extra ingredients are typically included to increase the shelf life of the particular product.  We always recommend buying treats that are clearly labeled with a best before or date of manufacture on the exterior of the product.  This is the easiest way to ensure the freshness of the treat or chews you are buying. Just like humans, great care should be given to a dog’s food and treats; as these are the chief contributors to how they will feel and age.

Many treats and foods for that matter have so many ingredients it is hard to figure out what exactly is in them.  In our experience, simple ingredients equal great treats.  Chicken treats should be made from all-natural chicken and maybe depending on what type of treat, some binding ingredient like “albumen.”  Albumen is a clear liquid derived from the white of an egg.  If a company is manufacturing a “chicken chip” they may use albumen to keep it stuck together.  The treats that are often found in supermarkets or even in pet stores typically have between 15 and 30 different ingredients for a treat.  If you don’t know what the ingredient is, chances are it is not good for your pet.  A good question to ask yourself when considering buying treats for your dogs is whether or not you would eat it yourself?  A sweet potato treat should simply be made of sweet potato and a chicken filet should be just a chicken breast filet.  

Please also keep in mind that treats are treats and they should be given as a reward for good behavior rather than as a normal part of a dog’s diet.  Too much of anything can be bad so make sure to use them in moderation.  

Much like humans, dogs are what they eat.  If you want to have a healthy pet, you should provide them with the best food and treat products possible. 

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