Gimme S'mores Buddy Budder Dog Peanut Butter Treat
Verified Aug 17, 2026
This is a high-fat, peanut-based spread used as a dog treat, topper, or for filling enrichment toys. It’s made from peanuts with carob, marshmallow root, and honey for added flavor. It’s intended to be fed in small amounts alongside a complete and balanced dog food.
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Strong Choice
This peanut butter-style treat is best used as an occasional, high-value reward or for things like lick mats, pill-giving, or stuffing toys. Its very high fat content makes it tasty and calorie-dense, so it should only be given in modest portions, especially for dogs who are prone to weight gain or pancreatitis. It is not formulated to be a complete and balanced diet, so it needs to be used alongside a regular dog food.
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At a Glance
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Strengths
- Simple ingredient list centered around peanuts, which many dogs find very palatable.
- Very high fat content makes this a useful high-value reward in small amounts.
- Paste texture works well for enrichment toys, lick mats, and hiding pills.
Considerations
- This is a very high-fat, calorie-dense treat, so portions need to be kept small, especially for dogs prone to weight gain or pancreatitis.
- Peanuts can cause digestive upset in some dogs, so it’s wise to introduce this slowly and watch for loose stools or sensitivity.
- Because this is a treat and not a complete food, it should make up only a small part of your dog’s overall daily intake.
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.
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Top 5 Ingredients Explained
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Peanut
Peanuts are used in pet foods and treats primarily as a palatability enhancer and concentrated source of plant-based protein, fats (mostly monounsaturated), calories, and small amounts of vitamins and minerals such as vitamin E and niacin. They can provide tasty, energy-dense nutrition but should be used sparingly because their high fat content can contribute to pancreatitis in susceptible dogs, they can be contaminated with aflatoxins, may contain added salt or toxic sweeteners like xylitol, and whole nuts or shells can cause choking or gastrointestinal obstruction—peanuts are not appropriate as a staple in cat diets.
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Carob
Carob is a naturally sweet, low‑fat powder used in pet treats and coatings as a chocolate substitute and flavoring that supplies soluble fiber and small amounts of minerals (e.g., calcium, potassium) while being free of theobromine and caffeine that make cocoa toxic to dogs. It is generally safe and palatable for dogs (and occasionally used in cat treats), but is relatively high in sugars and can add calories, contribute to dental issues or cause gastrointestinal upset in large amounts, so it should be used sparingly and avoided in pets with obesity or uncontrolled diabetes.
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Marshmallow Root
Marshmallow root is an herbal ingredient sometimes included in pet supplements and foods for its mucilage content, which can soothe irritated mucous membranes and support mild gastrointestinal or respiratory comfort rather than serving as a significant source of nutrients for dogs or cats. It may help calm digestive or urinary irritation, but can slow or reduce absorption of oral medications and should be used under veterinary guidance with attention to dosing, quality, and any pregnancy, metabolic, or drug-interaction concerns.
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Honey
Honey is used in pet foods and treats primarily as a natural sweetener and binder, supplying simple carbohydrates for quick energy but contributing negligible protein, fiber, or essential vitamins. Raw honey contains antioxidants and may have mild antimicrobial or prebiotic effects, but because it is high in sugar and can worsen obesity, dental disease, or diabetes—and may carry microbial contaminants—use should be limited (and avoided in very young or immunocompromised animals); consult your veterinarian before offering honey to pets, especially cats (which are obligate carnivores and gain little benefit) or diabetic animals.
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Nutritional Breakdown
How to read As Fed versus Dry Matter
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Product Specs
Brand
Bark Bistro is a premium pet treat brand that produces natural peanut butter dog treats and toppers marketed as safe, healthy, and fun snack options for dogs. Its signature line, Buddy Budder, targets health-conscious pet owners seeking clean, natural ingredients.
Manufacturer
Bark Bistro Company manufactures its products in FDA-registered facilities in the United States and follows good manufacturing practices to ensure product safety and quality. Its peanut butter formulations are made from human-grade ingredients and undergo quality checks for contaminant-free production.
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 Bark Bistro Gimme S'mores Buddy Budder Dog Peanut Butter Treat.
Source: FDA animal food recall listings back to January 2019 · Checked daily, last on Aug 31, 2026
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