Chicken Littles Bone-Shaped Treats
Verified Aug 28, 2026
A crunchy, dehydrated chicken treat for dogs and cats, made from chicken breast with brown rice and potato flour. It offers a relatively high protein, low fat option that works well for everyday rewarding or training. This is a snack only, not a complete diet, so it should be fed alongside a balanced pet food.
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This is a simple, high-protein chicken-based treat that can suit most healthy dogs and cats when used in moderation. The short ingredient list and low fat content make it a nice option for pets who do well with chicken. As with any treat, it needs to be limited so it does not unbalance the main diet or add too many extra calories.
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At a Glance
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Strengths
- Very short ingredient list with chicken breast as the main component, which many pets find highly palatable.
- Relatively high protein and low fat profile for a crunchy treat, which can be useful for pets that don’t need rich, fatty snacks.
- Dehydrated processing usually helps preserve flavor while keeping moisture low, which can improve shelf life without heavy preservatives.
- Formulated for both dogs and cats, which is convenient in multi-pet households when everyone tolerates chicken well.
Considerations
- Contains chicken, which is a common food allergen; it’s not a good choice for pets with known chicken sensitivity.
- At about 19 calories per treat, portions should be limited, especially for small pets or those needing weight control.
- This is a treat only and does not provide complete and balanced nutrition, so it must not replace a regular 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.
Ingredient filtering helps identify compatible options but is not a substitute for a veterinary elimination diet.
Top 5 Ingredients Explained
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Chicken Breast
Chicken breast is a lean, highly digestible animal protein commonly used in dog and cat foods to supply essential amino acids for muscle maintenance, growth, and overall energy while contributing relatively little fat. It is palatable and often featured in limited-ingredient or weight-management formulas, but can be a common food allergen for some pets and—especially in home-prepared or raw diets—requires proper cooking/handling and should be part of a nutritionally complete formula (cats in particular still need guaranteed taurine and other nutrients).
02
Brown Rice
Brown rice is a whole-grain carbohydrate and fiber ingredient commonly used in dog and cat foods to provide digestible energy, dietary fiber, and modest amounts of B‑vitamins and minerals; it typically offers more nutrients and fiber than white rice. It’s generally well tolerated and can help with sensitive stomachs, but because it is high in carbohydrates (not a primary protein source) and can contain trace inorganic arsenic depending on sourcing, it should be included in balanced formulations and monitored in overweight or diabetic pets.
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Potato Flour
Potato flour is a dried, ground whole‑potato ingredient used in pet foods primarily as a digestible carbohydrate, binder and texture agent, contributing energy, some dietary fiber and minerals like potassium while helping with kibble structure or wet food viscosity. It provides little protein, can raise the dietary glycemic load and caloric density so should be used in balanced formulations (especially for overweight or diabetic pets), and while not a common allergen it has been noted as a frequent component of some grain‑free recipes that have been scrutinized in relation to canine heart health studies.
Nutritional Breakdown
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Product Details & Brand
Product Specs
Brand
Polkadog makes premium, handcrafted, all-natural dog treats — single-ingredient dehydrated fish skins (Cod Skins, Haddock Skins, Salmon), chips, jerky, soft-baked Wonder Nuggets, training bits and seasonal novelty treats — with no additives or preservatives. Positions as an artisanal, locally made Boston brand (treats only), sold via its own bakeries, DTC and national wholesale. Pledges 1% of cod and salmon skin sales to environmental nonprofits.
Manufacturer
Treats are handmade in small batches daily at the company's own ~14,000 sq ft kitchen at the Boston Fish Pier using USA-sourced ingredients; no third-party food-safety certifications or staff nutritionists published.
PSC is a nonprofit that Accredits pet companies on their environmental and social impact, through third-party verification. Polkadog 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 Polkadog Chicken Littles Bone-Shaped Treats.
Source: FDA animal food recall listings back to January 2019 · Checked daily, last on Aug 31, 2026
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