AS FREEZE-DRIED TREATS gain momentum, there’s an added bonus for retailers: The bags tend to be lightweight and easy to merchandise. Place in-line, hang clip strips in the cat food and litter sections, but also in other key points throughout the store. Here are four freeze-dried (and one lickable!) treat options.
Purely Natural Freeze Dried Treats
Loving Pets
KEY FEATURES: Freeze-dried to maintain freshness and nutrition, these bite-sized, soft chew treats are the perfect healthy, guilt-free treat. Free of wheat, gluten, soy, grain and glycerin. Available in chicken, shrimp and buffalo.
lovingpetsproducts.com, (866) 599-PETS
$6.99
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Evanger’s Gently Dried Treats
Evanger’s Pet Food
KEY FEATURES: Single-ingredient treats, USA-sourced. Protein-packed treats are rich in essential fatty acids and suitable for dogs and cats. Available in beef tripe, wild salmon, beef lung, beef heart and beef tongue.
evangersdogfood.com, (847) 537-0102
$8.69
100% Pure Dried Cat Treats
Health Extension
KEY FEATURES: Made with meat, coconut oil flavored with turmeric, apple cider vinegar and green tree extract. No wheat, corn, soy, or artificial colors or preservatives. Chicken (0.6-ounce bag) and Buffalo (2-ounce bag).
healthextension.com, (800) 992-9738
$5.99
Vital Cat Freeze-Dried Minnows
Vital Essentials
KEY FEATURES: Cats go crazy when they see and smell these fishy morsels. Slow, 48-hour freeze-drying process locks in vital nutrients without cooking the raw meat. An award-winning, high-value treat. Comes in 0.5-ounce package.
vitalessentialsraw.com, (800) 743-0322
$5.49
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Daily Dish Smoothies for Cats
Caru Pet Food
KEY FEATURES: Made with human-grade ingredients, these savory, lickable treats are a tasty way to reward kitties and keep them hydrated. Wheat, corn and soy free. Box of four 0.5-ounce tubes, available in chicken and tuna flavors.
carupetfood.com, (855) 330-CARU
$2.99