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

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

Product Description

Made with real deboned chicken as the first ingredient, these soft and chewy bite-sized training treats are designed to keep dogs motivated and engaged during every session. Enhanced with DHA for cognitive support, omega-3 and 6 fatty acids for coat and skin health, and wholesome natural ingredients, they are a nutritious way to reward good behavior. Completely grain-free and free from poultry by-product meals, corn, wheat, soy, and artificial additives, these treats are suitable for dogs of all sizes and life stages, from puppies confidently eating solid foods to senior dogs.

Benefits

• Real Chicken First: Deboned chicken is the first ingredient, providing high-quality protein that supports lean muscle maintenance and daily energy needs.
• DHA for Cognitive Support: Contains DHA sourced from fish oil, an important fatty acid that helps promote cognitive development and brain function in dogs.
• Omega Fatty Acids: Made with omega-3 and 6 fatty acids from flaxseed, supporting healthy skin, a shiny coat, and overall well-being.
• Soft & Chewy Texture: The small, bite-sized soft texture makes these treats easy to chew for dogs of all ages and sizes, including puppies and senior dogs.
• Grain-Free & Clean Formula: Features only natural ingredients enhanced with vitamins and minerals, with no corn, wheat, soy, poultry by-product meals, or artificial flavors, colors, or preservatives.

Ingredients

Deboned Chicken, 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: 2,900 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 only 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 for use during training sessions as a reward for commands, recall, or good behavior; their small size and soft texture make them easy to deliver quickly.
• All Life Stages: Formulated for adult dogs but can be offered to puppies who are confidently eating solid foods.
• Storage: Do not freeze. Store in a cool, dry place and use before the Best By date printed on the bag to ensure freshness and quality.

Additional Information

Precautions

• Chicken Sensitivity: These treats contain deboned chicken and fish oil; dogs with known sensitivities to chicken or fish should not be given these treats.
• Supervision Recommended: Always monitor your dog while feeding treats, particularly very young puppies or dogs that tend to consume food rapidly.
• Not a Meal Replacement: These treats do not constitute a nutritionally complete and balanced diet and should be used in addition to a regular, balanced meal plan.
• Do Not Freeze: Freezing is not recommended by the manufacturer; the product is guaranteed only through the Best By date on the bag.
• Caloric Awareness: Each treat contains approximately 4.6 calories; this low caloric count makes them well-suited for high-repetition training sessions without overloading daily intake.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: What makes these treats suitable for training sessions?

Ans: These treats are soft, chewy, and bite-sized at approximately 4.6 calories per piece, making them easy to deliver quickly and repeatedly during training without exceeding a dog's daily caloric allowance.

Q2: Are these training 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 with only wholesome, natural ingredients enhanced with vitamins and minerals.

Q3: What is DHA, and why is it included in these treats?

Ans: DHA, or Docosahexaenoic Acid, is a fatty acid naturally found in mother's milk. It is sourced from fish oil and included in the formula to help support cognitive development and brain function in dogs.

Q4: Can puppies be given these 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.

Q5: Do these treats contain any artificial preservatives?

Ans: No artificial preservatives are used. The product is naturally preserved with phosphoric acid, sorbic acid, citric acid, mixed tocopherols, and rosemary oil.

Q6: How many calories does each treat contain?

Ans: Each treat contains approximately 4.6 calories, with an overall caloric density of 2,900 kcal/kg. The low per-treat calorie count makes them ideal for frequent rewards during training.

Q7: Can these treats be frozen for longer storage?

Ans: No, the manufacturer does not recommend freezing. Store in a cool, dry place and use before the Best By date printed on the bag for best quality and freshness.

Q8: Are these treats suitable for dogs with chicken allergies?

Ans: No. Deboned chicken is the first and primary ingredient. Dogs with known allergies or sensitivities to chicken or poultry should avoid these treats entirely.

Q9: Are these treats appropriate for senior dogs?

Ans: Yes. The soft and chewy texture makes these treats easy to chew for dogs of all ages, including senior dogs who may have dental sensitivities or fewer teeth.

Q10: What is the protein content of these treats?

Ans: These treats contain a minimum of 18.0% crude protein, derived primarily from deboned chicken, supporting muscle maintenance and daily energy for dogs across all activity levels.