SmartBones Twists Sticks Dog Treat - Water Buffalo
Treat for dogs · All life stages · by SmartBones
The label says it is for intermittent or supplemental feeding only.
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What to watch for
- Pea flour Moderate risk
Ground peas. 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. - Carrageenan Moderate risk
A seaweed-based thickener in many wet foods. EFSA kept it allowed but flagged data gaps, and animal studies have linked degraded carrageenan to gut inflammation. - Blue 1 Moderate risk
An artificial color added to make food look appealing to people; dogs do not care what color their food is. It serves no nutritional purpose. - Red 40 Moderate risk
An artificial color added to make food look appealing to people; dogs do not care what color their food is. It was one of the dyes in a well-known UK study linking color mixes to hyperactivity in some children. - Glycerin Low risk
A sweet-tasting liquid that keeps soft treats moist. EFSA considers it of low safety concern; it adds calories without nutrients. - 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. - 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. - 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
Cornstarch, Glycerin, Sorbitol, Pea Flour, Water Buffalo, Chicken, Fructose, Maltodextrin, Gelatin, Barley Malt Syrup, Salt, Dried Carrots, Dried Sweet Potatoes, Carrageenan, Dicalcium Phosphate, Sodium Pyrophosphate, Potassium Sorbate (Preservative), Sodium Propionate (Preservative), Sodium Tripolyphosphate, Glyceryl Monostearate, D-CaIcium Pantothenate, Vitamin E Supplement, Ferrous Sulfate, Manganese Sulfate, Zinc Sulfate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Thiamine Hydrochloride, Niacinamide, FD&C Blue #1, FD&C Red #40, FD&C Yellow Vitamin 812 Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement
Guaranteed analysis
| Crude protein (min) | 11% |
|---|---|
| Crude fat (min) | 0.1% |
| Crude fiber (max) | 1% |
| Moisture (max) | 16% |
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 Twists Sticks Dog Treat - Water Buffalo UPC 892383005686
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