SmartBones Skin & Coat Care Chicken Chews Dog Treats

Name: SmartBones Skin & Coat Care Chicken Chews Dog Treats
Brand: SmartBones

Treat for dogs · All life stages · by SmartBones

39/100 · Poor

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What to watch for

Peas Moderate risk
Peas add plant protein, starch and fiber. 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.
Titanium dioxide Moderate risk
A white pigment. In 2021 EFSA concluded it could no longer be considered safe as a human food additive because DNA damage could not be ruled out. It adds nothing for dogs.
Artificial flavors Moderate risk
Synthetic flavoring added to make food more appealing. The label does not have to say what it is.
Yellow 5 Moderate risk
An artificial color added to make food look appealing to people; dogs do not care what color their food is. It can cause sensitivity reactions in some people and was part of the UK hyperactivity study.
Corn Low risk
Cooked corn is a digestible source of energy and some protein. It is often criticised but is not a common allergen; its main risk is mould toxins (aflatoxin) when quality control is poor.
Sorbitol Low risk
A sugar alcohol used to keep soft treats moist. Unlike xylitol it is not known to be toxic to dogs, but large amounts can cause loose stools.
Glycerin Low risk
A sweet-tasting liquid that keeps soft treats moist. EFSA considers it of low safety concern; it adds calories without nutrients.
Sweet potato Low risk
A starchy root vegetable that supplies carbohydrate, fiber and beta-carotene. Potatoes and sweet potatoes were common in the grain-free diets reported in the FDA DCM investigation.

Ingredients

Corn, Chicken, Sorbitol, Glycerin, Fructose, Pork Gelatin, Barley Malt Syrup, Maltodextrin, Sweet Potatoes, Peas, Carrots, Sunflower Oil (Source of Omega 6 Fatty Acids), Marine Lipids (Source of Omega 3 Fatty Acids), Flax Seed (Source of Omega 3 Fatty Acids), Dicalcium Phosphate, Salt, Ferrous Sulfate, Titanium Dioxide(artificial color), Zinc Sulfate, Artificial Flavor, Niacinamide, Xanthan Gum, Potassium Sorbate(preservative), Sodium Pyrophosphate, Sodium Propionate(preservative), Sodium Tripolyphosphate, Vitamin E Supplement, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Thiamine Hydrochloride, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Manganese Sulfate, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Biotin Supplement, Sulfate, FD&C Yellow No. 5

Guaranteed analysis

Crude protein (min)	4%
Crude fat (min)	2%
Moisture (max)	14%

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

SmartBones Skin & Coat Care Chicken Chews Dog Treats - 16 pack UPC 810833020300

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Score version 2026.11.6 · Page updated 2026-11-03