Blue Buffalo Wilderness Wild Bits Duck Recipe Training Treats for Dogs (4 oz)

Soft, Grain-Free Duck Training Treats for Dogs of All Sizes

Product Description

Made with real deboned duck as the first ingredient, these soft and chewy bite-sized training treats are a standout choice for pet parents seeking a chicken-free reward option. Enhanced with DHA for cognitive support, omega-3 and 6 fatty acids for skin and coat health, and wholesome natural ingredients, each treat delivers meaningful nutrition alongside great taste. Completely grain-free, chicken-free, and free from corn, wheat, soy, and artificial additives, these treats are ideal for dogs with chicken sensitivities and work beautifully for dogs of all sizes and life stages.

Benefits

• Real Duck First: Deboned duck is the first ingredient, providing a high-quality, chicken-free protein source that supports lean muscle maintenance and daily energy.
• Chicken-Free Formula: Contains no chicken or poultry by-product meals, making it a suitable treat option for dogs with known chicken or poultry sensitivities.
• DHA for Cognitive Support: Includes DHA, an important fatty acid that helps support cognitive development and brain function in dogs across all life stages.
• Omega Fatty Acids: Made with omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids sourced from flaxseed, which help promote healthy skin, a shiny coat, and overall well-being.
• Soft & Bite-Sized: At approximately half an inch tall and one inch wide, the soft chew texture makes these treats easy to deliver quickly and frequently during training for dogs of all sizes.

Ingredients

Deboned Duck, Tapioca Starch, Potatoes, Potato Protein, Vegetable Glycerin, Gelatin, Sweet Potatoes, Dried Maple Syrup, Flaxseed, Natural Flavor, Salt, Natural Smoke Flavor, Dried Cultured Whey, Lactic Acid, Citric Acid, Mixed Tocopherols, Oil of Rosemary.

Guaranteed Analysis

Caloric Content: 2,930 kcal/kg; approximately 4.6 kcal per treat

How to Use

Directions for Use

• Supplemental Use Only: These treats are intended for intermittent or supplemental feeding and should not replace a complete, balanced daily diet.
• Treat Intake Rule: Treats should make up no more than 10% of a dog's total daily caloric intake to support a healthy body weight.
• Training Use: Ideal as a quick reward during training sessions; their small size and soft texture allow for fast, frequent delivery without disrupting the session's flow.
• All Life Stages: Formulated for adult dogs but can be offered to puppies confidently eating solid foods; suitable for senior dogs due to the soft chew texture.
• Storage: Store in a cool, dry place. The package is resealable; do not freeze, and use before the Best By date printed on the bag.

Additional Information

Precautions

• Duck Sensitivity: Although chicken-free, these treats do contain duck as the primary protein; dogs with known duck allergies should not be given these treats.
• Dairy-Derived Ingredient: Contains dried cultured whey; dogs with sensitivity to dairy-derived ingredients should be monitored when first introduced to this product.
• Supervision Recommended: Always monitor your dog while feeding treats, particularly young puppies or dogs that tend to eat rapidly.
• Not a Meal Replacement: These treats do not constitute a nutritionally complete and balanced diet and should be used alongside a regular, complete meal plan.
• Do Not Freeze: Freezing is not recommended by the manufacturer; the product quality is guaranteed through the Best By date on the bag.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: Are these duck training treats completely chicken-free?

Ans: Yes, these treats contain no chicken or poultry by-product meals of any kind. Deboned duck is the sole protein source, making it a suitable alternative for dogs diagnosed with chicken allergies or sensitivities.

Q2: What makes these treats well-suited for training sessions?

Ans: Each treat is approximately half an inch tall and one inch wide, soft and chewy, and contains only about 4.6 calories. Their small size and low-calorie count make them ideal for frequent, high-repetition reward-based training.

Q3: Are these treats grain-free?

Ans: Yes, these treats are 100% grain-free and contain no corn, wheat, soy, or poultry by-product meals. They are made exclusively with wholesome natural ingredients enhanced with vitamins and minerals.

Q4: What is DHA, and why is it in these treats?

Ans: DHA is Docosahexaenoic Acid, a fatty acid naturally found in mother's milk. It is included in the formula to help support cognitive development and ongoing brain function in dogs of all life stages.

Q5: Can puppies be given these duck training treats?

Ans: These treats are formulated for adult dogs, but can be offered to puppies who are already confidently eating solid foods. Always monitor young puppies during treat time to ensure they consume treats safely.

Q6: Are any of the ingredients sourced from China?

Ans: No ingredients are sourced from China. All Blue Buffalo products are manufactured in the United States, and where ingredients cannot be sourced domestically, only reliable international suppliers with rigorous quality testing are used.

Q7: Is the packaging resealable?

Ans: Yes, the treat bag is resealable. After opening, reseal the bag tightly and store it in a cool, dry place to maintain freshness. Do not freeze the product.

Q8: How many calories does each treat contain?

Ans: Each treat contains approximately 4.6 calories, with an overall caloric density of 2,930 kcal/kg. The low per-treat calorie count makes these easy to incorporate into a dog's daily caloric allowance during training.

Q9: Are these treats suitable for dogs with chicken allergies?

Ans: Yes. These treats are completely chicken-free and contain no chicken or poultry by-product meals, making them one of the few suitable soft training treat options for dogs with confirmed chicken allergies.

Q10: What is the protein content of these duck training treats?

Ans: These treats provide a minimum of 18.0% crude protein, derived from deboned duck as the primary ingredient, supporting muscle maintenance and daily energy for active dogs.