Functional pet treats


Joint health

Zukes Hip Action

Glucosamine and Chondroitin help alleviate joint pain for dogs and cats with hip problems, such as hip dysplasia. The chewy squares come in peanut butter, chicken, and ocean-caught salmon flavors.

Healthy coat

Halo Liv-A-Littles Healthsome Skin and Coat

These biscuits are made with a blend of six botanical oils and essential fatty acids, which help prevent skin inflammation and hair loss.

Heart health

Dogswell Happy Heart Treats

Taurine helps maintain cell-membrane health to protect against cardiomyopathy, a condition caused by heart muscle weakening. Plus, turmeric’s anti-inflammatory properties are thought to prevent hypertrophy, or enlargement of the heart muscle, and heart failure in animals.

Weight management

Old Mother Hubbard’s Couch Potato Treats

If your dog has weight problems, but you still want him to enjoy his treats, offer up these low-calorie biscuits made with chicken, sweet potatoes, and molasses.

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