Skin & Coat Freeze Dried Dog Treats
Verified Aug 30, 2026
A high-protein, freeze-dried treat made from just five ingredients—chicken, carrots, salmon, rosemary extract, and biotin—designed as a daily skin and coat support snack or topper for dogs. The recipe combines animal protein with salmon-derived fats and added biotin, which can support healthy skin and fur. It’s a simple, limited-ingredient option that may suit dogs needing a cleaner, more targeted treat formula.
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This is a very high-quality functional treat with a short, straightforward ingredient list centered around real chicken and salmon. The high protein and fat levels are typical for a freeze-dried meat-based treat and make it quite calorie-dense, so it’s best used in moderation as directed. It’s a good fit for owners looking for a limited-ingredient skin and coat treat, as long as their dog tolerates chicken and fish well.
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At a Glance
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Strengths
- Very short, limited ingredient list featuring named animal proteins (chicken and salmon) plus carrots and simple additives.
- High protein (33% min) and fat (32% min) levels appropriate for a meat-based freeze-dried treat, making it highly palatable for most dogs.
- Includes salmon and added biotin, which can support healthy skin and coat when used as part of an overall balanced diet.
- Freeze-dried processing helps preserve nutrients and flavor without added preservatives.
Considerations
- Contains both chicken and salmon, which are common protein allergens; not suitable for dogs with known chicken or fish allergies.
- At about 16 calories per treat and 4880 kcal/kg, it is quite calorie-dense, so daily amounts should be counted toward your dog’s total calorie intake to avoid unintended weight gain.
- This product is a treat/supplement, not a complete and balanced diet, so it should only be used alongside a nutritionally complete dog food.
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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Chicken
Chicken is a common animal-based protein in dog and cat foods, supplying essential amino acids, B vitamins, and energy-dense fats that support muscle maintenance, growth, and overall health; for cats it also contributes toward dietary taurine but must be present in sufficient amounts or provided via supplementation. It is prized for its digestibility and palatability, though some pets develop sensitivities or allergies to chicken, and nutritional value and safety depend on ingredient quality and processing—raw chicken carries pathogen risks and whole bones can pose choking or GI hazards.
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02
Carrot
Carrot is used in pet foods as a vegetable ingredient providing fiber, moisture, texture and antioxidant nutrients such as beta‑carotene (a provitamin A), vitamin K, vitamin C and potassium, contributing to palatability and digestive bulk. Cooked carrots are more digestible and release more beta‑carotene, but cats cannot efficiently convert beta‑carotene to active vitamin A so carrots are more nutritionally useful for dogs than as a primary vitamin A source for cats; they should be fed in moderation due to natural sugars and should be offered in appropriately sized pieces to avoid choking.
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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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Rosemary Extract
Rosemary extract is used in pet foods primarily as a natural antioxidant and preservative to protect fats and oils from oxidation and help extend shelf life, sometimes adding a mild flavor. It does not provide essential nutrients but supplies polyphenolic antioxidants (e.g., carnosic and rosmarinic acids) and is generally safe at food‑grade levels; concentrated rosemary oils can cause gastrointestinal or skin/respiratory irritation and may be of greater concern for sensitive animals (particularly cats), so products should use properly formulated amounts.
05
Biotin
Biotin (vitamin B7) is a water‑soluble vitamin added to pet foods as a micronutrient to support energy metabolism and healthy skin, coat, and paw pad integrity in dogs and cats. Deficiencies are uncommon with commercial diets but supplementation can help with dermatitis or poor coat quality—biotin is generally safe at recommended levels, though therapeutic or high‑dose use should be done under veterinary guidance and raw egg whites can interfere with biotin absorption.
Nutritional Breakdown
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Product Details & Brand
Product Specs
Brand
PureBites is a pet treat and food brand specializing in high-quality, single-ingredient treats and freeze-dried raw foods for dogs and cats. The brand targets health-conscious pet owners seeking minimally processed, natural protein sources. Its products are marketed as pure and simple, focusing on nutritional transparency and limited ingredients.
Manufacturer
Pure Treats Inc. oversees manufacturing operations in North America with strict adherence to food safety and quality assurance programs, including sourcing from USDA-inspected facilities and maintaining traceability of raw materials. Products are made under standards that meet or exceed applicable Canadian and U.S. pet food regulations.
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 PureBites Skin & Coat Freeze Dried Dog Treats.
Source: FDA animal food recall listings back to January 2019 · Checked daily, last on Aug 31, 2026
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