Showing posts with label taste test. Show all posts
Showing posts with label taste test. Show all posts

Tuesday, April 15, 2014

Canidae Dog Biscuit Treats Product Review | Tasty Tuesday

Rudy is ready for our Canidae dog treat taste testing.
When the folks at Canidae offered to send us some of their dog treats to sample, the dogs were happy to accept.

We received two packages of Canidae dog treats: 
  • Grain Free PURE Heaven Biscuits for Dogs in duck and chickpeas flavor
  • Life Stages Bakery Snacks for Dogs in turkey, quinoa, and butternut squash flavor.
Rosie and Rudy check out the Canidae dog treats; Jeffie thinks they smell delicious.

Canidae Grain Free PURE Heaven Biscuits for Dogs come in a large 11 oz bag.  This variety of treats come in both the duck flavor and salmon and sweet potato.

Their duck and chickpeas recipe features sesame seeds, avocado oil, and turmeric.  Canidae notes:
Duck (fresh protein) Sourced from California, duck is a rich protein source that provides amino acids, the building blocks for many body functions such as proper immune system function, optimal lean muscle condition, organ structure and function, and healthy metabolism. Duck is rich in iron, which is a mineral that is important for proper function of the red blood cells. Hormone free and antibiotic free. Naturally preserved without the use of ethoxyquin
Chickpeas (carbohydrate / legume) Also known as garbanzo beans, chickpeas are a slow burning carbohydrate for all day energy. Natural source of fiber for digestive health and protein for additional amino acid building blocks. Also rich in iron, important for healthy red blood cells and aiding in converting food into energy.

Ingredients
Pea Flour, Potato, Cane Molasses, Duck, Chickpeas, Salt, Natural Flavor, Chicken Fat (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols and Citric Acid), Sesame Seed, Avocado Oil, Turmeric


Guaranteed Analysis:
Crude Protein (minimum)
  14.00%
Crude Fat (minimum)
2.00%
Crude Fiber (maximum)
5.00%
Moisture (maximum)
11.00%
30.8 kcals per biscuit


Canidae Life Stages Bakery Snacks for Dogs also come in a large 11 oz bag.  This variety of treats come in both the turkey, quinoa, butternut squash flavor we received, but also in lamb, wild rice and sweet potato flavor.
Canidae notes:
Turkey (fresh protein) Excellent lean protein source that provides amino acids, the building blocks for many body functions such as proper immune system function, optimal lean muscle condition, organ structure and function, and healthy metabolism. Hormone free and antibiotic free. Naturally preserved without the use of ethoxyquin
Ingredients
Brown Rice, Pea Flour, Turkey, Quinoa, Butternut Squash, Chicken Fat (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols and Citric Acid), Natural Flavor

Guaranteed Analysis:
Crude Protein (minimum)

15.00%

Crude Fat (minimum)

3.00%

Crude Fiber (maximum)

5.00%

Moisture (maximum)

11.00%
32.9 kcals per biscuit
Canidae dog treats easily break in half.

Canidae dog treats are relatively large rectangular biscuits which are designed to break easily in half. Definitely crunchy, Canidae says their biscuits also clean teeth and freshen breath.  Marketed as an excellent size for dogs of all life stages, breeds, and sizes.
  • Fresh meat or fish are always the first ingredient for optimum levels of quality protein
  • Recipes are complemented by nutritious whole foods like sweet potato, chickpeas & peas
  • Pure, simple recipes made with only 7–10 key ingredients for less chance of food sensitivities
  • Never any corn, soy, wheat, fillers, antibiotics, hormones, artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives
Rosie liked the Canidae turkeyand quinoa dog treats best.

I was especially impressed by this company's dedication to safety.  To assure the safety of their products, Canidae has strict protocols which require that all formulas are tested in-line during their production runs and cleared by a second supervisor every 30 minutes. Additionally, there are 141 ingredient tests and 10 finished product tests that are performed. A sample of each finished goods batch is also sent directly to our research and development center where they are tested again, this time by a third party lab, for known toxins and potential risk hazards.

Rudy loved both varieties of Canidae dog treats he tried.
I loved learning that all Canidae products are made in the United States using the highest quality U.S. ingredients. 
All formulations are produced in USDA, FDA, and AAFCO approved facilities. The nutritionally dense fresh meats and meals we use originate from USDA inspected meats processed in a human grade facility. Our high quality grains, vegetables, and fruits are from human grade producers. All CANIDAE dry goods, cans, and treats are naturally preserved. All of our commodities have undergone stringent testing procedures prior to going into any of our products—assuring safety and freshness for both your pets and ours.
Picky eater, Jeffie, loved this taste testing of Canidae dog biscuits.
Jeffie, Rudy and Rosie give all paws up to these Canidae dog treats and I'm pleased to highly recommend them.
Jeffie says Canidae dog treats are tongue licking good!
* We received two packages of Canidae dog treats in exchange for our honest review of the product and service.  We received no other compensation - financial or otherwise.

We're joining the Tasty Tuesday blog hop today.  This is a blog hop that celebrates good food, sponsored by Sugar the Golden Retriever and Kols Notes.  

Talking Dogs is the official blog of For Love of a Dog Jewelry. 

Tuesday, June 26, 2012

Product Review: Sweet Little Butterpup Dog Treats

  When the good folks at Lincoln Bark offered us some dog treats to taste test and review, we were happy to oblige.  

We were allowed to choose our samples from their three lines of all natural, healthy treats:
  1. Sweet Little Butterpups - their original peanut butter based hard treats powered by the superfood, Chia seeds.
  2. Treat Smart - a soft nutraceutical treat that is great for the skin and coat, and also powered by Chia seeds.
  3. Doggie and kitty Sprinkles - a protein supplement and flavor enhancer that is springkled on food to entice finicky eaters to enjoy every bit.
We chose Sweet Little Butterpup dog treats in Lincoln Bark's oatmeal peanut butter recipe.  8 ounce packages are $9.99 on the Lincoln Bark web site.  Super fast shipping brought not only our sample package in just a couple of days, but also little 2-treat sample packs of Sweet Little Butterpup's in chicken liver flavor, salmon flavor, and pumpkin flavor. 
Jeffie's cautious first taste.
You might as well know up front that these dog treats are now among Jeffie and Rudy's favorite snacks!  In fact, the boys were so enthusiastic about this taste testing session that it was hard to snap some photos that were not blurry.  Neither could hold a "sit" for long after they'd had their first taste.
Rudy could not help wiggling with anticipation after the first bite.


I understand why.  These dog treats smell delicious!  Seriously. Delicious.

Jeffie is longing for his next turn in this yummy testing.
Made in the USA, these dog treats contain gluten free rice flour and potato flour, soy free peanut butter, rolled oats, honey, canola oil, Chia seed and water.  They do NOT contain preservatives, additives, artificial colors or flavors.
  • Crude Protein - minimum 17%
  • Crude Fat - minimum 15%
  • Crude Fiber - maximum 1%
  • Moisture- maximum 9% 
We'd heard of Chia Seed and this motivated us to learn more.  Often called a superfood, Chia Seed promotes health with more antioxidants that blueberries and eight times more Omega-3 Fatty Acids than wild salmon.  

Chia Seed benefits:
  • Promotes cardiovascular health
  • Assists joint function and mobility
  • Improves digestion and natural detoxification
  • Supports healthy weight loss
  • Antioxidants in Chia seeds and oil help prevent cancer
  • Alpha-Linolenic Acid (ALA) reduces fatal cardiac episodes
Sophie - the dog that inspired Lincoln Bark
Lincoln Bark evolved after the owners dog was diagnosed with Addison's disease when she was two years old.  Needing to boost her food intake, they began researching canine nutrition and baking their own dog treats.  Today, Sweet Little Butterpup dog treats still are baked by hand in small batches with 100% natural, human grade ingredients.


We highly recommend Lincoln Bark's Sweet Little Butterpup dog treats.
  • Made in the USA
  • Wheat, soy and corn free
  • No preservatives
  • 100% human grade ingredients
  • Attractive appearance - like minature crunchy muffins
  • Reasonably priced
  • Attractive packaging
  • Fast shipping
  • 100% money-back guarantee
  • A portion of Lincoln Bark's profits donated to animal welfare organizations
  • The dogs LOVE them! 
.   
It's so hard to take turns!
Learn more about Lincoln Bark and order their products at their web site www.lincolnbark.com and follow Lincoln Bark on Facebook.  Your dogs will thank you!