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Dental Treat Derma Management With Sweet Potato and Fish
Farmina

Dental Treat Derma Management With Sweet Potato and Fish

Verified Aug 29, 2026

Dog · Treat Adult Medium Large

A crunchy dental treat designed for adult medium and large dogs, using sweet potato as the main base with fish (dehydrated herring and hydrolyzed fish) as the animal protein sources. It provides omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids from herring oil and includes minerals and texturizing agents to support the dental-chew structure. This is a supplemental treat, not a complete diet, and is meant to be given alongside a balanced dog food.

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Vet-directed diet

This is a therapeutic diet, formulated for a specific medical condition under veterinary direction. KibbleLab does not assign it a general wellness score, because a therapeutic diet's nutrient targets are set clinically, not by maintenance standards. Your veterinarian selects the right therapeutic diet for your pet.


At a Glance

Marketed Benefits
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Dental Care Skin Coat Health
Diet & Compliance
Prescription
Suitable For
Adult Medium Large
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Nutritional Perspective

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Strengths

  • Sweet potato forms the base, providing a digestible carbohydrate source instead of more processed fillers often seen in treats.
  • Uses named fish ingredients (dehydrated herring and hydrolyzed fish) along with herring oil, which supply animal protein and beneficial omega-3 fatty acids.
  • Clearly labeled as a supplemental product with specific guidance to give one treat per day for medium and large dogs, making it easier to control extra calories.
  • Includes both omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acid guarantees, which is uncommon for treats and adds some potential skin and coat support.

Considerations

  • This is not a complete and balanced food and should only be used as an occasional or daily treat alongside a nutritionally complete main diet.
  • Protein content is quite low for a dog product, which is acceptable for a treat but means it doesn’t add much nutritional value beyond calories and some fatty acids.
  • Contains fish, a common allergen for some dogs, so it would not be appropriate for dogs with known fish allergies or sensitivities.
  • Dental treats can contribute to overall calorie intake; at about 37 kcal per treat, portions of the main diet may need to be reduced for dogs prone to weight gain.
Scored using the rubric of an NAVC Certified Pet Nutrition Coach (PNCC). This is informational, not veterinary advice.

Full Ingredient List

sweet potatoes, guar gum, dehydrated herring, hydrolyzed fish, microcrystalline cellulose, sodium carboxymethylcellulose, herring oil, potassium chloride, sodium tripolyphosphate, salt, zinc sulfate heptahydrate, vitamin E supplement, mixed tocopherols (a preservative).

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
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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02
Guar Gum
Guar gum is a soluble plant-derived fiber commonly used in pet foods as a thickener, stabilizer and emulsifier to improve texture, moisture retention and prevent separation in wet foods, gravies and coatings. It provides little nutritional value beyond soluble fiber—which can help stool consistency and modestly slow digestion—but excessive amounts may cause gastrointestinal upset or affect nutrient absorption, so it is used at controlled low levels and is generally considered safe for most dogs and cats.
03
Herring
Herring is commonly used as a high-quality, palatable fish protein and oil source in dog and cat foods, supplying digestible protein along with beneficial long-chain omega-3s (EPA/DHA), vitamin D, B vitamins and trace minerals. It can support skin, coat and joint health, but may be an allergen for some pets and raw fish can contain thiaminase (typically destroyed by commercial cooking); owners should also consider fat content for pancreatitis-prone animals and look for responsibly sourced, low-contaminant products.
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04
Hydrolyzed Fish Protein
Hydrolyzed fish protein is a processed protein ingredient used in pet foods as a highly digestible protein source and flavor enhancer, commonly included in hypoallergenic or elimination diets because enzymatic hydrolysis breaks proteins into smaller peptides and amino acids that are less likely to trigger immune reactions. It provides essential amino acids and can improve palatability, but severely fish‑allergic pets may still react to incompletely hydrolyzed material, and owners should be aware that quality, sodium content, and processing (to limit histamine) can vary between manufacturers.
05
Microcrystalline Cellulose
Microcrystalline cellulose is an insoluble, non-digestible fiber commonly used in pet foods as a bulking agent, binder and texture modifier and to prevent caking. For dogs and cats it can help add bulk for weight management and improve stool firmness without adding calories, but it supplies no digestible nutrients or fermentable prebiotics, so high levels can dilute nutrient density and may affect palatability; it is generally regarded as safe when used appropriately.

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)
3.20%
Low High
Crude Fat (min)
0.90%
Low High
Crude Fiber (max)
6.10%
Low High
Moisture (max)
14.00%
Low High
37
kcal / Treat
2593
kcal / Kg
Low
Calorie density category
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Product Details & Brand

Product Specs

Lifestage Adult
Breed size Medium
Breed size Large
Texture Crunchy
Food type Treat

Brand

Farmina is the flagship brand of Farmina Pet Foods, known for its Natural & Delicious (N&D) and Vet Life lines. The brand focuses on diets that combine natural ingredients with scientific research. Farmina’s offerings target premium pet owners seeking nutritionally balanced recipes made with high-quality proteins and low-glycemic carbohydrates.

Price tier $$$$

Manufacturer

Company name Farmina Pet Foods
Founded 1965
Headquarters Naples, Italy
Manufacturing type In House
Manufacturing country Italy; Serbia; Brazil
Manufacturing region Campania; Belgrade; Sao Paulo; North Carolina
Manufacturing oversight

Farmina operates its own manufacturing facilities in Italy, Serbia, and Brazil, allowing complete control over ingredient sourcing, formulation, and production quality. The company follows strict quality assurance protocols and complies with international food safety standards including HACCP and ISO-certified processes.

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 Farmina Dental Treat Derma Management With Sweet Potato and Fish.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Has Farmina ever been recalled?

We have no recalls on record for Farmina. 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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