Natural Liver & Flaxseed Dog Treats
Verified Aug 22, 2026
These crunchy baked dog treats use barley, pork liver, and chicken fat as key ingredients, with flaxseeds and sunflower oil providing additional omega-3 and omega-6 fats. They’re designed as a supplemental snack rather than a complete diet, and may suit dogs who do well with wheat-free, oven-baked biscuits. With about 15 calories per treat, they can fit into most dogs’ treat allowance when used in moderation.
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Nutritionally, these are well-formulated, wheat-free treats with named animal ingredients and several sources of beneficial fatty acids. The protein and fat levels are appropriate for a biscuit-style treat, and the calorie content per treat is clearly stated, which makes portion control easier. They’re best used as a reward or snack alongside a complete and balanced dog food, especially for dogs without pork or chicken allergies.
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At a Glance
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Strengths
- Uses named animal ingredients (pork liver, chicken fat) rather than vague by-products, providing good-quality protein and fat for a treat.
- Multiple sources of omega fatty acids (flaxseeds and sunflower oil) support skin and coat health in a general way.
- Wheat-free recipe may be helpful for dogs that need to avoid wheat, and the ingredient list is relatively short and straightforward for a baked biscuit.
- Calorie content is clearly listed (about 14.9 calories per treat), which helps you keep treats within 10% or less of your dog’s daily calories.
Considerations
- Not a complete and balanced diet; it should only be used as a treat alongside a nutritionally complete dog food.
- Contains pork liver and chicken fat, so it’s not suitable for dogs with known pork or chicken sensitivities or allergies.
- Barley and oats provide carbohydrates and fiber, but may not suit dogs that need very low-grain or grain-free diets for specific medical reasons, as directed by a veterinarian.
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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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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02
Pork Liver
Pork liver is an organ meat used in pet foods as a nutrient‑dense source of high‑quality protein and concentrated vitamins and minerals—notably vitamin A, B vitamins (including B12 and folate), iron and copper—that support red blood cell production, skin/coat condition and overall metabolism. Because liver is very rich in vitamin A and certain minerals, it should be included in limited amounts to avoid hypervitaminosis A or mineral imbalances and must be properly processed to reduce pathogen risk; pets with urinary stone issues or a pork sensitivity should use caution.
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Chicken Fat
Chicken fat is used in dog and cat foods as a concentrated energy and flavor source that supplies essential fatty acids (notably linoleic acid) and aids absorption of fat‑soluble vitamins, improving palatability and supporting skin and coat health. Because it is calorie‑dense, diets must account for added fat to prevent weight gain, and quality (proper rendering and antioxidant protection to prevent rancidity) is important; although fats are less commonly allergenic than proteins, pets with poultry sensitivities may still react in some cases.
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Rolled Oat
Rolled oats are a cooked, flattened whole grain commonly used in pet foods as a source of complex carbohydrates and soluble fiber (beta-glucans), with modest amounts of protein, B vitamins and minerals. They can support digestive health and provide steady energy, but should be fed in moderation—especially for cats that require higher animal protein—and may be unsuitable for pets with grain sensitivities or those on calorie-restricted diets.
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Flaxseed
Flaxseed is used in pet foods as a plant-based source of alpha‑linolenic acid (ALA) omega‑3, soluble and insoluble fiber, and modest protein, often added to support skin and coat condition, digestive health, and kibble texture; ground seed or flaxseed oil is more digestible than whole seed. Dogs can partially convert ALA to long‑chain EPA/DHA but cats convert ALA poorly and therefore still need marine sources for essential DHA/EPA; flax is calorie‑dense, prone to oxidation if not stabilized, and contains lignans (phytoestrogens) and trace cyanogenic compounds, so it should be processed and used in moderation.
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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
Darford is a premium brand of all-natural, oven-baked dog treats crafted from North American ingredients. The brand targets pet owners seeking healthy, natural, and preservative-free treats for their dogs, with product lines that include Grain Free, Zero/G, and Organic varieties.
Manufacturer
Darford maintains its own production facilities in British Columbia, Canada, and conducts all baking and quality control in-house. The company adheres to stringent food safety standards and follows guidelines similar to those for human-grade food manufacturing.
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 Darford Natural Liver & Flaxseed Dog Treats.
Source: FDA animal food recall listings back to January 2019 · Checked daily, last on Aug 31, 2026
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Has Darford ever been recalled?
We have no recalls on record for Darford. 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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