Over the holiday period, we often enjoy treating ourselves to our favorite foods – and sometimes our pups want in on the action! But if you’re trying to keep your furry friends away from your snacks, why not consider buying them some treats of their own, with a festive twist? Below, we’ve brought together some of our favorites.
ProDog Raw Christmas Treat Hampers
ProDogRaw specializes in raw dog food and natural treats, and their Christmas treat hamper brings together a range of treats. You’ll find duck sausage, beef knee, sprats, lamb ear, and more meaty treats that your pup can enjoy.
ProDog Raw Christmas Treat Hampers, $19.95
Bocce’s Bakery Lumps of Coal Soft & Chewy Treats
While we’re sure your pup is on the nice list this year (and every year!) these are lumps of coal that just might be on their Christmas list. Packed with peanut butter and charcoal, your canine is sure to enjoy one while everyone’s tucking into their food on Christmas day.
Bocce’s Bakery Lumps of Coal Soft & Chewy Treats, $7.50
PetPlate Chicken Apple Sausage Bites
PetPlate’s USDA Organic bites are the perfect snack for Christmas – or any time of year! PetPlate is the only Black pet food in the U.S. with revenue over $10m, and they offer free ground shipping within two days to all 48 states in the contiguous U.S.
PetPlate Chicken Apple Sausage Bites, $44.96 for four-pack
GREENIES Seasonal Dental Treats
Make your pups happy this Christmas, and look after their teeth too! These limited edition treats, flavored with pumpkin spice and gingerbread, fight tartar and plaque down to the gumline, so they’re healthy and tasty too.
GREENIES Seasonal Dental Treats, $23.46
Nature’s Fresh Grain Free Turkey Recipe with Spinach, Cranberries & Blueberries
Cranberries and blueberries are packed with antioxidants, while spinach is full of fiber, vitamins, and minerals. Combine them with humanely-raised turkey for food your pup is sure to enjoy.
Nature’s Fresh Grain Free Turkey Recipe with Spinach, Cranberries & Blueberries
Crump Natural Nice Chicken Snaps with Ginger Holiday Treats
If your pup likes chicken, combine it with ginger for a suitably festive treat to make the holidays fun! This family-founded Canadian company has been going since 2006, and their Holidays Collection features both ‘Nice’ treats – the Chicken Snaps – and a ‘Naughty’ option – Beef Tendersticks.
Crump Natural Nice Chicken Snaps with Ginger Holiday Treats, $11.99
Wagg Treats Festive Treats
From UK-based brand Wagg comes a range of festive treats. Whether your pup wants to tuck into Turkey, Stuffing and Gravy treats while everyone’s enjoying their own meal, or Festive Cookies with coriander and cinnamon for a Christmas feel, they’re ideal for a snack this time of year!
Other options include the Three Bird Roast, with turkey, chicken, and duck, and the Turkey and Ham Pie treats. Just don’t forget to leave some out with a glass of milk for Santa Paws…
Natures Menu Country Hunter Farm Reared Turkey Nuggets
Another UK-based company, Natures Menu has a range of festive snacks and treats for pups, including their Country Hunter Farm Reared Turkey Nuggets. Packed with superfoods, these raw, single-protein nuggets contain farm-reared turkey as well as fruits and vegetables.
Natures Menu Country Hunter Farm Reared Turkey Nuggets, £6.49
Tips for Healthy Treats
Just like their parents, pets enjoy treats. But they’re best enjoyed in moderation and as part of a healthy diet.
Dr. Aziza Glass, DVM, has a few tips for dog parents planning on treating their dog to something to eat or play with this festive season:
“Avoid fatty or calorie-dense treats,” she says, “any abrupt change in a dog’s diet or nutrition by overindulging in treats can cause severe upset stomach”. Dr. Glass also recommends avoiding hard bones: “They can break teeth, be a choking hazard, or create issues if they are ingested,” she explains.
Meanwhile, it’s also best to be mindful of the toys you give your pup. They should be the right size and sufficiently durable. “If you have a dog who loves to chew, toys that are easily destroyed should be avoided”, she says.
