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How much is too much?

Treats are the fun part of a dog’s diet, not the main part. These are the amounts we use at our own kennel as a starting point. Every dog is different, so adjust for age, activity and weight.

Keep treats under 10%Treats of any kind should make up less than a tenth of what your dog eats in a day. Cut their meal a little on heavy treat days.
Go slowly with new treatsStart with half the suggested amount for the first few days and watch for a loose stomach.
Supervise every chewStay with your dog while they chew, and take away small pieces they could swallow whole.
Water, alwaysDried treats are thirsty work. Keep a full bowl of fresh water nearby.

Daily amounts by size

TreatSmall, under 10 kgMedium, 10–25 kgLarge, over 25 kg
Chicken Feet1 a day. Break it in half for toy breeds.1–2 a day2–3 a day
Chicken NecksNot recommended1 a day1–2 a day
Liver Bites2–4 small pieces a day4–6 pieces a day6–8 pieces a day
Sweet Potato ChewsHalf a strip a day1–2 strips a day2–3 strips a day
Pumpkin Crisps2–3 crisps a day4–6 crisps a day6–8 crisps a day
Banana Chews1–2 pieces a day2–3 pieces a day3–4 pieces a day

Puppies

From about 12 weeks, puppies can have soft or small treats: Banana Chews and small pieces of Liver Bites are the easiest. Hold off on harder chews like feet and necks until their adult teeth are in, at around six months.

Seniors

Older dogs with worn or missing teeth do best with Banana Chews and Pumpkin Crisps, which break easily. Chicken Feet are a popular choice for older joints, but check your dog can still manage the crunch.

Storing your treats

Keep packs sealed, somewhere cool and dry, out of direct sun. Once opened, reseal the pack tightly and use within four weeks. Leave the moisture absorber sachet in the pack, and never let your dog eat it.

When to ask your vet

If your dog is diabetic, overweight, on a special diet, or has a food allergy, ask your vet before adding any new treat. Sweet potato and banana are naturally sugary, and liver is very rich in vitamin A.