Monday, March 30, 2015

What To Look For When Buying Organic Gourmet Dog Treats

By Iva Cannon


Having a dog in your life can be a rewarding experience unlike any other. If you have a dog that you want to spoil, you may be tired of using the same treats day in and day out. If you want to look at something unique and special for your favorite pup, you may want to look at organic gourmet dog treats. If you are considering spoiling your pup with these items, here is a guide to selecting safe, delicious items that your canine friend will love.

There are different options to choose from. Some are baked items that are shaped like biscuits. Others are shaped like human baked goods such as cupcakes or cookies. Other organic versions are made from dehydrated meat that may or may not be seasoned with other ingredients. All of these can be found in organic versions and all of them can be great for dogs.

Be prepared to read ingredient lists. This is because some seasonings and flavorings that can be good for humans are not the right choice for dogs. These include onions, garlic, chives and mushrooms. While chocolate is toxic to our canine friends in varying amounts, carob is okay for them to eat.

Size matters when it comes to these snacks. This is especially true if you are dealing with a dog that is very large or very small. You want them to spend some time eating the item but do not want it to be so large that it is left to spoil or get dirty. This can be an issue with some items that are made from untreated animal hide. They can become soft and wet and gluey and end up picking up dirt and other contaminants.

One of the newest crazes in dog treats and food is the raw craze. This involves using pieces of meat that have not been cooked or processed. Many of these may be labeled as organic. You may want to be careful about choosing these items since they have not been treated for bacteria. If you are dealing with someone in your home has a compromised immune system you may want to consider feeding their dog other types of treats.

If you are thinking about providing your dog with rawhide items you need to be careful. While these are good for some dogs others have ended up dealing with serious medical issues. Reading reviews and news articles may help you avoid ones that have been making dogs sick. Always make sure that you monitor your dog if you give it rawhide as choking can be a problem.

Many people feed their dogs large numbers of treats in addition to their normal kibble. This is not always a great idea. If the items are very rich and high in calories you may find that your dog will start to put on unwanted pounds.

Once you know what you want to buy, there are many places where you can find options. Many pet stores will have them as well as specialty shops that cater specifically to dogs. The internet can be a great place to look as well. Then you can feel confident you are feeding your special friend something wonderful for them to enjoy.




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