Grain-Free Wild-Caught Salmon Jerky Strips Treats
Verified Sep 2, 2026
A baked jerky-style salmon treat for dogs of all ages, using wild-caught salmon as the primary animal ingredient. Chickpeas and flaxseed add some plant-based nutrients, and natural preservatives help keep the strips fresh. This is designed as a high-value snack rather than a complete diet.
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This is a high-value, fish-based jerky treat suited for puppies through seniors as an occasional reward or training snack. Wild-caught salmon provides animal protein and naturally occurring omega fatty acids, while the baked jerky format tends to be very palatable. Because it’s a calorie-dense treat, it’s best used in moderation and balanced against your dog’s regular diet.
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At a Glance
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Strengths
- Wild-caught salmon provides a good-quality animal protein source and natural omega-3 fats.
- The guaranteed analysis shows a relatively high protein and fat content for a treat, which many dogs find satisfying.
- Mixed tocopherols are a safe, natural preservative that helps maintain freshness.
- Grain-free recipe can be handy for dogs that don’t tolerate grain-based treats well.
Considerations
- At about 77 calories per strip, these are quite calorie dense, so portions need to be limited, especially for small or overweight dogs.
- This is a treat, not a complete and balanced food, so it should not replace your dog’s regular diet.
- Salmon and flaxseed mean this is not ideal for dogs with fish or seed-related food allergies.
Full Ingredient List
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Top 5 Ingredients Explained
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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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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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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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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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Molasses
Molasses is a viscous sweetener and humectant used in pet foods primarily to improve palatability, act as a binder in kibble and treats, and provide quick energy along with small amounts of minerals such as iron, calcium and potassium. Because it is high in simple sugars and calories and contributes only trace micronutrients rather than balanced nutrition, molasses should be used sparingly—particularly in diets for overweight or diabetic dogs and cats—and may worsen dental disease or cause gastrointestinal upset in sensitive animals.
Nutritional Breakdown
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Product Details & Brand
Product Specs
Brand
Premium "ethically sourced, transparently made" dog and cat food brand offering kibble, freeze-dried raw, gently cooked fresh meals, wet stews, treats and supplements. Differentiators are ingredient-level traceability (trace every lot to source), Certified Humane meat and Ocean Wise/Seafood Watch seafood. Sold in neighborhood pet stores across the US and Canada and DTC online.
Manufacturer
Owns no plants; partners with specialized facilities in the US, Canada and Iceland holding GFSI-recognized food safety certifications, audited by Open Farm's team plus independent auditors including Certified Humane. Formulation is led by an in-house team including board-certified veterinary nutritionist Dr. Moran Tal-Gavriel, with third-party test-and-hold lab verification before release.
PSC is a nonprofit that Accredits pet companies on their environmental and social impact, through third-party verification. Open Farm 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 Open Farm Grain-Free Wild-Caught Salmon Jerky Strips Treats.
Source: FDA animal food recall listings back to January 2019 · Checked daily, last on Oct 16, 2026
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