Posts tagged "DogBiscuits"

Confused by all the natural pet treat options available? We decided to do the work for you and have some of Paw Nation's official testers (pictured here) evaluate five brands of treats.

Sure, there was a slight flaw to the methodology (it's hard to find a treat these testers don't like), so while we made sure that each of these was a hit, we also looked into why we as pet owners might choose these products over others.

Brand: Doggies Unlimited
What we tried: A variety of biscuits, jerky and pet-food mix.
The biggest hit: Jayden's Turkey Jerky.
Why we like it: The ingredients listed on the package aren't just things we recognize; they're things that we would eat (turkey, carrots, sweet potato, zucchini, etc.). In fact, the products are so fresh that they recommend you refrigerate them for a longer shelf life, just like human food. And not that the dogs cared, but we liked the way the biscuits were shaped like hearts and bones. Adorable.
What we observed in the testers: The smaller sized treats were wolfed down in no time, but the bigger treats (while still eaten as quickly as possible), were thick and really crunchy, so there was a little mess. But don't worry, the dogs cleaned it right up!

Most of the dog treats in my house smell like, well, dog treats. You know what I mean -- overly meaty, with a scent that stays on your hands long after your pup has licked your fingers clean. So when I found out about the all-natural, organic treats from Big Daddy Biscuits, I was eager to try them out.

The company is named for Big Daddy, an American Bulldog who was found wandering the streets of Atlanta, sick and malnourished. He's since been nursed back to health and loves "helping" his mom, Lauren, in the kitchen while she bakes up the biscuits. They're available in a variety of flavors including Crunchy Peanut Butter, Turkey Bacon Bites and Cheese Bites with Garlic.

First, I have to note that every single biscuit smelled totally appetizing -- and I don't even eat turkey! Stickers on the back of the bag provide information on the ingredients as well as the breakdown of protein, fat, etc. There's no question there about what you're feeding your dog. Secondly, my dogs gobbled them up. This isn't unusual for Rudi, but even Holly (our newest addition who tends to be a bit more wary around treats) wolfed them down and then continued staring at my hand, waiting for more.

If you're in the Atlanta area, you can find Big Daddy Biscuits at various stores and farmer's markets. Otherwise, you can order half pound bags ($8) and quarter pound bags ($4), plus other fun seasonal treats directly from their site. You dog will be glad you did.

With the economy in the state that it is, and pet-food prices already exorbitant, many dog owners are saving money by making their own dog food. We've already told you how to make dog bones, but we wanted to provide a comprehensive list of the best Web sites for all kinds of dog treats, including bones, biscuits, cookies, and everything in between.

Check out these Web sites, save money, have fun, and prove your doggy devotion by making your own treats.