Why Less Is More: The Truth About Pet Treat Ingredients

Let’s be honest…

If you can’t pronounce it, your dog probably shouldn’t be eating it.

As pet parents, we want to spoil our pups without second-guessing what we’re feeding them. But when you flip over a bag of dog treats at the store, you’re often hit with a mile-long ingredient list filled with things like propyl gallate, corn gluten meal, and artificial smoke flavor. Yikes.

Here’s the truth:

More ingredients ≠ better treats.

In fact, more often than not, it’s the simple recipes that give your dog the best flavor and the best chance at a healthy, happy life.

Let’s break it down 

The Sneaky Side of “Big Brand” Treats

We’ve been trained to think that “more” is a good thing. More flavors! More variety! More shelf life!

But here’s what’s actually in many mass-produced dog treats:

• Preservatives (like BHA and BHT): linked to long-term health issues.
• Artificial colors: added for your eyes, not your dog’s.
• Sweeteners like corn syrup: dogs don’t need sugar, and it often leads to obesity.
• Meat by-products: vague, low-quality leftovers from processing.
• Wheat, soy, and corn: common fillers and allergens.

These ingredients are often added to increase profit margins and shelf life—not your pup’s wellness. 

What “Simple Ingredients” Really Means

 

At TheDogBFF Barkerie , we keep our recipes short, sweet, and to the point.

Every treat is made with real, recognizable ingredients you’d find in your own kitchen—like:

• Oat flour
• Pumpkin puree
• Peanut butter (xylitol-free, of course)
• Blueberries
• Coconut oil

We’re expanding to include animal protein like chicken & beef!

That’s it. No fillers. No fluff. Just ingredients that love your dog back.

Because when you bake like you would for family, you don’t need to cut corners.

Less Ingredients = More Trust

Choosing simple-ingredient treats isn’t just a “trendy” choice—it’s a lasting investment in your pet’s health:

• 🐶 Fewer allergens = happier tummies
• 🐕 No artificial junk = healthier skin, coat, and energy levels
• 🍪 Transparency = peace of mind with every bite

We believe dog treats should be a treat, not a science experiment. That’s why every recipe we bake is made with love and integrity—no weird stuff, no question marks.

 Want to Do a Pantry Check?

Download our free “Spot the Sneaky Ingredients” Pantry Guide to check what’s really in your pup’s snacks.

And if you’re ready to switch to wholesome, limited-ingredient goodness, explore our new Cronchy Collection in the Chew Shop !

Because simple doesn’t mean boring—it means better.

From Our Oven to Your Fur Family

Whether your dog has allergies, a sensitive tummy, or you just want to feed them the very best, know this:

You don’t need a chemistry degree to read our labels.

You just need to love your dog.

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