No-Hide Pork Stix Treat
Verified Aug 18, 2026
This is a high-protein, rawhide-free chew treat made with pork and brown rice flour for small dogs and cats. It’s designed as a long-lasting, baked chew to provide oral enrichment and chewing satisfaction, not as a complete diet. The added flaxseed and olive oil contribute extra fats, while ingredients like banana and pineapple stem round out the treat’s plant-based components.
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Strong Choice
A well-formulated, rawhide-free chew with pork as the main animal ingredient and a very high protein content, suitable for small dogs and cats over 6 months. It’s a good option for owners who want a digestible chew instead of traditional rawhide. As with any chew, it should be given under supervision and counted into the pet’s daily calorie allowance.
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At a Glance
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Strengths
- High protein level at 44% makes this a more nutrient-dense chew than many traditional rawhide options.
- Pork provides a clear, named animal protein source for dogs and cats that tolerate pork well.
- Rawhide-free and baked, which many pets find easier to digest than conventional rawhide.
- Calorie content per stick is provided, which makes it easier to fit into your pet’s daily calorie budget.
Considerations
- This is a treat intended for supplemental feeding only and cannot replace a complete and balanced diet.
- Each stick has about 13 calories, so portions should be controlled, especially for small pets or those prone to weight gain.
- Contains pork and eggs, which can be problem ingredients for pets with known protein allergies.
- Chews should always be offered under supervision to reduce the risk of gulping or choking, especially in enthusiastic chewers.
Full Ingredient List
Ingredients and analysis reflect manufacturer data at the time of our last update and can change without notice. Always check the actual product packaging before feeding.
Ingredient filtering helps identify compatible options but is not a substitute for a veterinary elimination diet.
Top 5 Ingredients Explained
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Pork
Pork is used in pet foods primarily as a high-quality animal protein and flavor enhancer, supplying essential amino acids, B vitamins (especially B12 and niacin), iron and zinc, plus fat for calorie-dense energy; it can be suitable for both dogs and cats when balanced in a complete diet. Because pork can be relatively high in fat, it may be inappropriate for pets requiring low‑fat diets or those prone to pancreatitis, some animals may have sensitivities to pork, and raw or undercooked pork can carry parasites or pathogens so it should be properly processed or cooked.
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Brown Rice Flour
Brown rice flour is a gluten‑free carbohydrate source and functional binder commonly used in kibble, treats and some wet foods to provide digestible complex carbohydrates, a small amount of fiber, B‑vitamins and trace minerals while improving dough texture and extrusion properties. It supplies readily available energy for dogs (who tolerate grains well) but is not nutritionally essential for obligate‑carnivore cats; formulators should account for its caloric contribution, rare rice sensitivities, and the potential for low levels of inorganic arsenic, risks that are minimized by reputable sourcing and balanced diet formulation.
03
Agar
Agar is a seaweed-derived gelling agent and thickener commonly used in pet foods and treats to create firm textures, stabilize wet formulas, and act as a vegetarian binder, contributing soluble but largely indigestible fiber rather than significant protein or calories. Generally safe and useful for texture and stool-bulking, it provides little direct nutrition for dogs or cats and can cause loose stools or gastrointestinal upset if used in excess, so it should be included at appropriate levels in balanced formulations.
04
Egg
Eggs are used in pet foods as a highly digestible, complete animal protein and nutrient source—providing essential amino acids, bioavailable vitamins (A, D, E, B-complex including B12), minerals like selenium and iron, choline and healthy fats—while also improving palatability and texture. They support muscle maintenance, skin/coat and cognitive health in dogs and cats, but raw eggs can carry bacterial risk and contain avidin in whites that may reduce biotin with long-term feeding; some pets may also have egg allergies or require portion control for calorie management.
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Olive Oil
Olive oil is used in pet foods as a concentrated fat source and palatability enhancer, supplying monounsaturated fatty acids (mainly oleic acid) that provide energy and support skin and coat condition while aiding absorption of fat‑soluble vitamins. It can benefit healthy dogs and cats in moderation, but is high in calories and not a substitute for essential fatty acids (cats require arachidonic acid), and should be limited or avoided in overweight animals or those with pancreatitis or other fat‑restricted conditions—consult your veterinarian before regular supplementation.
Nutritional Breakdown
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Product Details & Brand
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AAFCO Nutritional Adequacy
What is AAFCO
Association of American Feed Control Officials. It sets the nutritional
adequacy standards US pet foods are measured against.
What is AAFCO
Association of American Feed Control Officials. It sets the nutritional adequacy standards US pet foods are measured against.Why this is not complete and balanced
This product is not labeled complete and balanced. It is intended for intermittent or supplemental feeding.Brand
Holistic pet wellness brand best known for No-Hide rawhide-free chews (launched 2015) and Dr. Bob Goldstein's Wisdom air-dried dog food, plus Apothecary herbal supplements and Nature's Protection herbal flea and tick prevention. Positioned as premium natural "Heart + Science" wellness, sold in 10,000+ stores worldwide.
Manufacturer
Products are formulated by co-founder Dr. Bob Goldstein (integrative veterinarian) to AAFCO nutrient profiles; Wisdom air-dried food is made in-house at Earth Animal's own SQF-certified Riverstone facility in Maryland, while No-Hide chews are produced at a partner baking facility in Lancaster County, PA.
PSC is a nonprofit that Accredits pet companies on their environmental and social impact, through third-party verification. Earth Animal Ventures, Inc. is a PSC Accredited business. View profile
Manufacturing details are compiled from public sources and not independently verified; they may not reflect contract manufacturing or co-packing.
Recall History
No recall is listed for Earth Animal No-Hide Pork Stix Treat.
Source: FDA animal food recall listings back to January 2019 · Checked daily, last on Aug 31, 2026
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