Hip To Be Square Duck and Pumpkin Dog Treats
Verified Jul 18, 2026
A grain-free, chewy dog treat featuring duck as the main animal protein with pumpkin, pea protein, and chickpeas providing additional plant-based nutrients and fiber. This is designed as a supplemental snack for dogs of all ages, suitable for training or occasional rewards rather than a full diet. The relatively modest calories per treat make it easier to factor into your dog’s daily calorie intake.
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Strong Choice
For a treat, this is a nicely formulated option with a named meat (duck) leading the ingredient list and pumpkin plus legumes contributing extra fiber and plant protein. It’s grain free, which can help some dogs with true grain sensitivities, though grains are well tolerated by most dogs. Overall, it’s a reasonable everyday reward as long as total treat calories stay under about 10% of your dog’s daily intake.
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At a Glance
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Strengths
- Duck as the first ingredient provides a clear, high-quality animal protein source, which is helpful for dogs that don’t do well on more common proteins like chicken or beef.
- Pumpkin, pea protein, and chickpeas add fiber and plant-based nutrients, which can support regular digestion in many dogs.
- Guaranteed analysis shows relatively high protein and moderate fat for a treat, which is appropriate for most healthy dogs when fed in moderation.
- Calorie information per treat (about 10 kcal each) makes it easier for owners to keep treats within a safe daily calorie allowance.
Considerations
- This is a supplemental treat and not a complete and balanced diet, so it should not replace your dog’s regular dog food.
- Contains legumes (pea protein, chickpeas) as key ingredients; because of ongoing research linking legume-heavy grain-free diets to certain heart issues in some dogs, it’s best not to rely on legume-rich products as the bulk of the diet.
- Duck is an animal protein and can be an allergen for some dogs, especially those on strict elimination or hydrolyzed diets—those dogs should avoid this treat.
- Includes cane molasses, which adds sugar; while fine in small amounts, it’s another reason to offer these in moderation, particularly for overweight dogs or those with blood sugar concerns.
Full Ingredient List
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Top 5 Ingredients Explained
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Duck
Duck is used in pet food primarily as a flavorful animal protein and fat source, commonly included in limited-ingredient or novel-protein formulas for dogs and cats. It supplies high-quality amino acids and energy and can help pets with sensitivities to common proteins, but it is relatively rich in fat (so may be unsuitable for low‑fat or pancreatitis-prone animals), can still trigger allergies in some pets, and requires proper cooking/processing and handling to avoid bacterial contamination.
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02
Vegetable Glycerin
Vegetable glycerin is a plant-derived humectant and sweet-tasting solvent commonly used in pet foods and treats to retain moisture, improve texture, dissolve flavorings or vitamins, and enhance palatability. It provides usable calories, is generally regarded as safe for dogs and cats in typical amounts, but excessive intake can cause digestive upset and may be a consideration for diabetic pets or those needing calorie-restricted diets.
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Pumpkin
Pumpkin is used in pet foods primarily as a fiber-rich carbohydrate and moisture source that can help regulate digestion and firm up loose stools or add bulk for softer stools, and it provides beta-carotene (vitamin A precursor) plus small amounts of vitamins and minerals for dogs and cats. It is safe and beneficial when plain cooked or canned (not spiced or sweetened pie filling), should be fed in moderation as a supplement rather than a primary food, and introduced gradually since large amounts can cause gastrointestinal upset or interfere with absorption of some medications.
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Pea Protein
Pea protein is a concentrated plant-based protein and functional ingredient in pet foods used to raise protein levels, improve texture and contribute soluble fiber, vitamins and minerals. It can be a useful, digestible protein source for dogs and a supplemental protein in some cat formulas, but because it is lower in certain essential amino acids (and cats are obligate carnivores), diets relying heavily on pea protein should be formulated to meet AAFCO nutrient profiles and owners should note potential legume sensitivities and the debated link between high‑pulse, grain‑free diets and canine heart concerns.
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Chickpea
Chickpeas are a legume commonly used in pet foods as a plant-based protein, source of digestible carbohydrates, and supply of soluble and insoluble fiber that helps with stool quality and satiety. They can be a useful ingredient for dogs but are not a complete protein for obligate carnivores like cats and may cause gas or digestive upset if underprocessed; additionally, high inclusion of legumes in some grain‑free diets has been discussed as a potential factor in canine dilated cardiomyopathy so diets should be balanced and any concerns discussed with your veterinarian.
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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
Lucy Pet Products specializes in premium dog and cat food that promotes gut health through prebiotic ingredients. The brand positions itself as a solution-oriented, science-focused premium pet food company that also supports animal rescue causes.
Manufacturer
Lucy Pet Products oversees product development and collaborates with experienced pet nutritionists. Manufacturing is performed in USDA- and FDA-registered facilities with quality control measures following AAFCO nutrient standards for complete and balanced pet food.
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 Lucy Pet Products Hip To Be Square Duck and Pumpkin Dog Treats.
Source: FDA animal food recall listings back to January 2019 · Checked daily, last on Aug 31, 2026
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