Gently Dried Beef Tongue Treat
Verified Aug 23, 2026
This is a single-ingredient, air-dried beef tongue treat for dogs and cats, providing a very high-protein, moderate-fat snack. With beef tongue as the only ingredient, it works well for pets who do best with simple, limited-ingredient treats or who need extra motivation for training. The whole pieces can also be crumbled over food as a high-value topper.
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Nutritionally, this is a simple, high-protein meat treat that can suit many dogs and cats, especially those needing limited-ingredient options. The single animal-source ingredient makes it easy to know exactly what your pet is getting and may be helpful for pets with some food sensitivities. As with any rich meat treat, it should be fed in moderation alongside a complete and balanced diet.
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Strengths
- Single-ingredient formula (100% beef tongue) is great for pets needing limited-ingredient or easily identifiable treats.
- Very high protein and moderate fat provide a biologically appropriate, meat-based snack for both dogs and cats.
- Air-dried processing helps preserve nutrients without added preservatives or extras.
- Can be used as a high-value training reward or crumbled as a food topper to encourage eating.
Considerations
- Contains beef, which is a common food allergen for some dogs and cats, so it is not a good fit for pets with known beef allergies.
- At about 402 kcal per 100 g, it is energy-dense, so portions should be kept small to avoid unwanted weight gain.
- Because it is a treat and not complete and balanced nutrition, it should make up only a small percentage of your pet’s overall daily calories.
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Beef Tongue
Beef tongue is used in pet foods as a flavorful, high-quality animal protein that provides essential amino acids along with B vitamins (including B12), iron and zinc, and is often included to boost palatability. It is relatively high in fat and calories, so it should be part of a balanced formula rather than the sole protein source; pets with red-meat sensitivities or those requiring taurine-balanced diets (especially cats) should have formulations carefully formulated and properly processed to ensure safety and complete nutrition.
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Product Details & Brand
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Brand
Evanger's is the flagship brand of Evanger's Dog & Cat Food Company, offering natural, grain-free, and gourmet pet food recipes. The brand is known for its use of locally sourced meats and limited ingredient recipes catering to pet owners seeking specialty or holistic diets.
Manufacturer
Evanger's manufactures its products in-house at its facility in Illinois. The company maintains quality control standards compliant with USDA and FDA regulations and adheres to AAFCO nutritional standards. However, Evanger's has faced past recalls and scrutiny from the FDA, prompting improvements in its quality assurance protocols.
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Recall History
No recall is listed for Evanger's Gently Dried Beef Tongue Treat.
Source: FDA animal food recall listings back to January 2019 · Checked daily, last on Aug 31, 2026
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