Milk-Bone Hickory Smoked Bacon Flavor Pill Pouches for Dogs
Treat for dogs · All life stages · by Milk-Bone
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What to watch for
- Cane molasses Moderate risk
A sugary syrup from sugar refining. Dogs have no dietary need for added sugar; it adds calories and is mainly there to make food more appealing. - Pea protein Moderate risk
Protein extracted from peas, used to raise the protein number without more meat. The FDA has been investigating reports of heart disease (DCM) in dogs eating diets high in peas, lentils and other legumes, often grain-free. No cause has been proven, but it is worth knowing when legumes sit near the top of the list. - Glycerin Low risk
A sweet-tasting liquid that keeps soft treats moist. EFSA considers it of low safety concern; it adds calories without nutrients. - Soy flour Low risk
Ground soybeans used as a protein and binder. Soy is a recognised allergen for some dogs. - Wheat flour Low risk
Ground wheat, common in treats and biscuits as a binder. Wheat is a known allergen for some dogs. - Animal fat Low risk
Fat rendered from unnamed animals. A fine energy source, but the species is not disclosed and it is often preserved with BHA; check what follows it in brackets. - Salt Low risk
Salt supplies sodium and chloride, which dogs need. Pet foods use small amounts; high salt is mainly a concern for dogs with heart or kidney disease. - Caramel colour Low risk
A brown color made by heating sugars, used to make food look 'meaty'. EFSA judged it acceptable at normal intakes, but it does nothing for your dog.
What it does well
- Named meat first
First ingredient is chicken.
Ingredients
Chicken, Glycerin, Soy Flour, Cane Molasses, Wheat Flour, Pea Protein, Animal Fat (Preserved With Mixed Tocopherols), Water, Salt, Citric Acid (Used As Preservative), Xanthan Gum, Caramel Color, Natural Hickory Smoke Flavor, Minerals (Calcium Propionate, Zinc Propionate), Bacon Fat (Source of Bacon Flavor), Natural Mixed Tocopherols (Used As Preservative), Rosemary Extract.
Guaranteed analysis
| Crude protein (min) | 15% |
|---|---|
| Crude fat (min) | 7% |
| Crude fiber (max) | 1.5% |
| Moisture (max) | 30% |
What the label cannot tell you
- Ingredient order is by weight before cooking; fresh meat counts water.
- Mineral levels are not printed on this label.
Sizes and barcodes
- Milk-Bone Hickory Smoked Bacon Flavor Pill Pouches for Dogs - 6-oz UPC 00079100527731
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