Wholesomes Tank's Jerky Sticks Grain-Free Dog Treats

Name: Wholesomes Tank's Jerky Sticks Grain-Free Dog Treats
Brand: Wholesomes

Treat for dogs · All life stages · by Wholesomes

63/100 · Good

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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.
Chickpeas Moderate risk
Chickpeas 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.
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.
Pea starch Low risk
Starch from peas, used as a binder in grain-free kibble. Part of the legume load the FDA DCM investigation looked at.
Sodium tripolyphosphate Low risk
A phosphate used for texture and, in dental chews, to reduce tartar. It adds phosphorus, which matters for dogs with kidney disease.
Natural flavor Low risk
Flavoring from natural sources. Normally safe, but the term can hide which animal or plant it came from, which matters for allergies.
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.
Smoke flavor Low risk
A smoky taste for treats, used in small amounts.

What it does well

High protein 31.6%
30% or more on a dry-matter basis.
Named meat first
First ingredient is beef meal.

Ingredients

Beef Meal, Peas, Pea Starch, Water, Coconut Glycerin, Dried Egg Product, Chickpeas, Pea Protein, Chicken Fat (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Gelatin, Phosphoric Acid, Natural Flavors, Salt, Natural Smoke Flavor, Potassium Sorbate (Preservative).

Guaranteed analysis

Crude protein (min)	24%
Crude fat (min)	8%
Crude fiber (max)	3%
Moisture (max)	24%

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

Wholesomes Tank's Jerky Sticks Grain-Free Dog Treats - 25oz UPC 034846727029

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Score version 2026.11.6 · Page updated 2026-11-03