Wild Boar, Turkey & Salmon Jivin' Jerky Treats
Verified Aug 26, 2026
A high-protein jerky treat for dogs made with wild boar, turkey, and salmon as the key animal ingredients. It also includes pumpkin and a simple preservative system, making it a straightforward, meat-focused reward. This is designed for treating or training, not as a complete diet.
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This is a high-meat, relatively simple jerky treat that should be very palatable and works well as an occasional reward for most healthy dogs. The protein and fat levels are quite high, so it’s more of a rich, calorie-dense snack than an everyday training staple for dogs that need to watch their weight. It’s not a complete and balanced food, so it should only be used alongside a nutritionally complete diet.
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At a Glance
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Strengths
- Uses wild boar, turkey, and salmon as primary ingredients, providing a variety of animal proteins.
- High protein and fat levels make this a very tasty, rewarding treat for most dogs.
- Short, straightforward ingredient list without artificial colors or sweeteners.
- Includes pumpkin, which adds a bit of fiber and plant-based nutrients to the treat.
Considerations
- This is not a complete and balanced diet and should only be fed as an occasional treat alongside regular food.
- The high fat and calorie content mean portions should be limited, especially for overweight or low-activity dogs.
- Contains multiple animal proteins, so it may not be ideal for dogs with chicken, turkey, or fish-related protein sensitivities.
- Sea salt is included, so these may not be the best option for dogs that need a sodium-restricted diet.
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.
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Top 5 Ingredients Explained
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Wild Boar
Wild boar is a game meat used as a novel animal-protein source in dog and cat diets, providing high-quality protein, essential amino acids and often higher levels of iron and B vitamins that support muscle maintenance and overall health. It can be helpful for pets with sensitivities to common proteins but may have variable fat content and a strong flavor, and should be sourced and processed to commercial pet-food standards to minimize risks from pathogens, parasites and inconsistent nutrient profiles.
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Turkey
Turkey is commonly used as a primary animal protein in dog and cat foods, offering highly digestible, high‑quality protein and supplying essential amino acids along with B vitamins, phosphorus and zinc to support muscle maintenance and metabolism. Its fat level varies by cut so products can be lean or richer; some pets may develop allergies to poultry, cooked bones are hazardous, raw meat carries bacterial risk, and owners should rely on balanced commercial formulations (and ensure adequate taurine for cats) if turkey is a main ingredient.
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Salmon
Salmon is commonly used as a high-quality animal protein and rich source of omega‑3 fatty acids (EPA/DHA) in dog and cat foods, supporting skin and coat condition, joint and cognitive health, and overall muscle maintenance. While very nutritious, salmon can be an allergen for some pets and raw salmon may pose risks from parasites, thiaminase-related thiamine loss, and region-specific pathogens (e.g., salmon poisoning); owners should avoid feeding uncooked bones and consider sourcing to minimize contaminant and sustainability concerns.
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Coconut Glycerin
Coconut glycerin is a plant-derived glycerol used in pet foods as a humectant and mild sweetening/texture agent to retain moisture, improve mouthfeel and palatability, and serve as a solvent or mild preservative in soft treats, toppers, and wet formulas. It provides easily metabolized calories and is generally safe for dogs and cats in small amounts, but high levels can cause gastrointestinal upset or laxative effects, so manufacturers should ensure purity, account for added calories, and note that it is not the dog-toxic sweetener xylitol.
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Natural Flavor
Natural flavor is used primarily as a palatability enhancer in pet foods to improve taste and aroma and is not intended to provide significant nutrients, typically coming from concentrated extracts of meat, poultry, plant, or fermentation sources. While it can increase acceptance in picky dogs and cats, manufacturers are not required to disclose specific sources so pets with known sensitivities or allergies may react, and presence of natural flavor should not be taken as a guarantee of overall product quality.
Nutritional Breakdown
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Product Details & Brand
Product Specs
Brand
A family-made line of dry and wet dog and cat food produced in Perham, Minnesota, spanning the NutriSource, PureVita, Element Series, and Choice ranges. Built around its Good 4 Life supplement system and vertically integrated manufacturing.
Manufacturer
PSC is a nonprofit that Accredits pet companies on their environmental and social impact, through third-party verification. Tuffy's Pet Foods, Inc. is a PSC Accredited business. View profile
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 NutriSource Wild Boar, Turkey & Salmon Jivin' Jerky Treats.
Source: FDA animal food recall listings back to January 2019 · Checked daily, last on Sep 1, 2026
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