How to Choose the Best Treats for your Dog
Selecting the right treats for your dog is an important yet challenging task for dog owners. There are so many options to choose from, it can feel quite overwhelming and confusing. Let's delve into the things you need to consider, what to avoid and what's right for your dog.
Think about your dog
All dogs are different, so not all treats will be right for them. Consider the size of your dog, their taste preferences and any sensitivities or food intolerances they may have. If your dog has an allergy carefully read the ingredients list to avoid triggers.
Think about how you want to use treats in your dogs diet and how often. Training treats should be small one-bite healthy, yet tasty treats to keep your dog driven and engaged. Dental sticks and chew treats offer more of a challenge and longer-lasting treat experience. Make sure treats only make up a small portion of your dogs daily diet and are fed under supervision.
Check the ingredients
Many dog treats contain filler ingredients. These ingredients have little nutritional value and are usually high in carbohydrates. Filler ingredients vary but can often include corn, soy, wheat and meat byproducts.
Not only to these ingredients not benefit your dogs diet, they can be difficult for dogs to digest and some dogs can have allergic reactions.
Good terms to look out for
- Grain free
- Gluten free
- 100% natural
- Good for sensitive stomachs
- No additives
Common filler ingredient terms
- Cereals
- Wheat
- Potato starch
- Soy
- Rice bran or white rice
Whatever you decide is right for your dog, we're sure they'll love! At Digby and Champ, we are all about 100% natural dog treats. You can explore our range of treats and even subscribe to regular deliveries so your dog will never run out (they'll be thrilled about that).
Check out our customer favourite bundle, Liver Jerky, Ox Heart Sausage Slices and Venison Super Treats - your dog will LOVE them!
