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Organic Dog Treats With Chicken And Parmesan
Blackwood

Organic Dog Treats With Chicken And Parmesan

Verified Aug 28, 2026

Dog · Treat All Breed Sizes

These baked dog treats are made with chicken as the first ingredient, supported by grains like barley, oats, and rye, plus sweet potato for additional carbohydrates. Sunflower oil and Parmesan cheese add fat and flavor, making them a tasty reward option. They are designed strictly as treats, not as a complete diet, and fit well as occasional training or snack rewards for most adult dogs.

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Over-the-counter No recalls

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KibbleLab Score
9.3 out of 10

Top Pick

This is a nicely formulated baked treat that uses real chicken as the first ingredient and relies on wholesome grains and sweet potato rather than lots of simple sugars. The protein and calorie content are reasonable for a treat, so they can be used in moderation without adding excessive extra calories for most dogs. They are best suited as training treats or occasional rewards alongside a complete and balanced dog food.

Calorie and portion clarity 10.0
Ingredient composition 8.0
Health considerations 10.0

Computed from 3 of 3 applicable checks. Missing data is skipped, never counted against a food.

The KibbleLab Score (1–10) is assessed from publicly available product data. Our evaluation is science-based, not marketing-based.

Nutritional profile Protein, fat, fiber on a dry-matter basis, for the stated life stage and format
Adequacy substantiation Complete and balanced substantiation; feeding trials valued higher
Ingredient composition Screened for unnamed sources, artificial additives, and label protein inflation. Not a quality ranking.
Health considerations Pulse-heavy grain-free (DCM) pattern and recall history
Verified manufacturer evidence A small bonus when we can verify evidence addressing WSAVA selection criteria
9.0 - 10 Top Pick
8.0 - 8.9 Strong Choice
7.0 - 7.9 Solid Option
6.0 - 6.9 Worth a Conversation
Below 6.0 Review Carefully

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At a Glance

Marketed Benefits
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Skin Coat Health
Suitable For
All Breed Sizes
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Nutritional Perspective

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Strengths

  • Chicken listed as the first ingredient provides an identifiable animal protein source, which is a plus for palatability and nutrition in a treat.
  • Use of barley, oats, rye, and sweet potato offers complex carbohydrates and some fiber instead of relying on simple sugars or empty fillers.
  • Sunflower oil preserved with mixed tocopherols avoids artificial colors and flavors and provides a source of dietary fat that can support skin and coat when used in moderation.
  • Clear calorie information per treat (about 20 kcal each) makes it easier to factor these into your dog’s daily calorie allowance.

Considerations

  • Chicken is a common food allergen for dogs, so these treats are not a good choice for dogs with known chicken sensitivities or allergies.
  • This product is not complete and balanced and should not replace a regular dog food; overfeeding treats can unbalance the diet and contribute to weight gain.
  • The added Parmesan cheese may be an issue for dogs that are sensitive to dairy, even though the overall amount is likely small.
Scored using the rubric of an NAVC Certified Pet Nutrition Coach (PNCC). This is informational, not veterinary advice.

Full Ingredient List

Chicken, Barley, Sweet Potato, Oats, Rye, Sunflower Oil (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Parmesan Cheese, Tomato Pomace

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

01
Chicken
Chicken is a common animal-based protein in dog and cat foods, supplying essential amino acids, B vitamins, and energy-dense fats that support muscle maintenance, growth, and overall health; for cats it also contributes toward dietary taurine but must be present in sufficient amounts or provided via supplementation. It is prized for its digestibility and palatability, though some pets develop sensitivities or allergies to chicken, and nutritional value and safety depend on ingredient quality and processing—raw chicken carries pathogen risks and whole bones can pose choking or GI hazards.
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02
Barley
Barley is a cereal grain used in pet foods primarily as a digestible carbohydrate and source of dietary fiber (including soluble beta‑glucans), along with modest amounts of B vitamins and minerals. It can support healthy digestion, help moderate post‑meal blood sugar and aid weight management in dogs, but provides limited protein for obligate carnivores like cats, must be cooked/processed for good digestibility, and may be unsuitable for pets with grain sensitivities or calorie‑restricted diets.
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03
Sweet Potato
Sweet potato is used in pet foods as a digestible carbohydrate and source of soluble fiber, vitamins (notably beta‑carotene), minerals and antioxidants, often helping with stool quality and serving as a binder or energy ingredient. It is generally well tolerated by dogs and can support gut health, but because cats poorly convert beta‑carotene to vitamin A and require preformed vitamin A from animal sources, sweet potato is not a substitute for meat-based nutrients; its relatively high carbohydrate content also means portion control is advised for overweight or diabetic pets and it should be cooked for best digestibility.
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04
Oat
Oats are commonly used in pet foods as a digestible carbohydrate and source of soluble fiber (beta‑glucans), plant protein, B vitamins and minerals, which can support healthy digestion and help moderate blood glucose and cholesterol. They are generally well tolerated by dogs and can be included sparingly for cats, but owners should avoid flavored or sweetened preparations (and ingredients like xylitol or raisins), be mindful of possible grain sensitivities or cross‑contamination with gluten, and prefer cooked oats for better digestibility and portion control due to caloric content.
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05
Rye
Rye is a cereal grain used in pet foods mainly as a carbohydrate and fiber source, providing modest protein, B vitamins and minerals and fermentable fibers that can support healthy gut bacteria. Because it contains gluten-like proteins and offers limited essential nutrients for obligate carnivores, rye may be unsuitable for pets with grain sensitivities or for cats with high meat requirements, and proper sourcing/processing is important to minimize risks such as mycotoxin contamination.
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Nutritional Breakdown

How to read As Fed versus Dry Matter As fed shows the numbers straight off the label, water included. Dry matter removes the water so you can compare a wet food and a dry food fairly.
As Fed
Crude Protein (min)
14.00%
Low High
Crude Fiber (max)
4.50%
Low High
Moisture (max)
12.00%
Low High
3300
kcal / Kg
20
kcal / Treat
Moderate
Calorie density category
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Product Details & Brand

Product Specs

Breed size All Breed Sizes
Texture Whole Pieces
Processing method Baked
Food type Treat

Brand

Blackwood is a premium pet food brand that offers small-batch, slow-cooked recipes for dogs and cats made in the USA. The brand targets pet owners seeking natural, high-quality nutrition with an emphasis on digestibility, freshness, and family-owned production values.

Price tier $$$$

Manufacturer

Company name Blackwood Pet Food
Parent company BrightPet Nutrition Group
Founded 1994
Headquarters Lisbon, Ohio, USA
Manufacturing type In House
Manufacturing country United States
Manufacturing region Ohio
Manufacturing oversight

Blackwood Pet Food manufactures its products in-house in the USA at USDA-inspected, AAFCO-compliant facilities. All recipes are slow-cooked in small batches to ensure better nutrient retention, with oversight on ingredient sourcing and process control.

Manufacturing details are compiled from public sources and not independently verified; they may not reflect contract manufacturing or co-packing.

Recall History

No recalls on record

No recall is listed for Blackwood Organic Dog Treats With Chicken And Parmesan.

Source: FDA animal food recall listings back to January 2019 · Checked daily, last on Aug 31, 2026

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We have no recalls on record for Blackwood. We track the FDA's animal food recall listings back to January 2019 and publish every pet food recall automatically. A filing that isn't pet food may not appear here.

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