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Beef Jerky Treat
Redbarn

Beef Jerky Treat

Verified Aug 22, 2026

Dog · Treat All Life Stages All Breed Sizes

This is a single-ingredient, high-protein beef esophagus treat for dogs, roasted into jerky-style pieces. It provides a concentrated animal protein chew with natural sources of chondroitin, glucosamine, and omega-3 fatty acids. It’s best used as an occasional reward or chew alongside a complete and balanced diet.

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Over-the-counter No recalls

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KibbleLab Score
9.3 out of 10

Top Pick

Nutritionally, this is a simple, high-protein beef chew that works well as a treat for most healthy dogs. With beef esophagus as the only ingredient, it’s a good option for owners who like very short ingredient lists and want to avoid mixed or plant-based treats. As with any rich, animal-based chew, it should be fed in moderation and avoided in dogs with beef allergies or pancreatitis concerns.

Calorie and portion clarity 10.0
Ingredient composition 8.0
Health considerations 10.0

Computed from 3 of 3 applicable checks. Missing data is skipped, never counted against a food.

The KibbleLab Score (1–10) is assessed from publicly available product data. Our evaluation is science-based, not marketing-based.

Nutritional profile Protein, fat, fiber on a dry-matter basis, for the stated life stage and format
Adequacy substantiation Complete and balanced substantiation; feeding trials valued higher
Ingredient composition Screened for unnamed sources, artificial additives, and label protein inflation. Not a quality ranking.
Health considerations Pulse-heavy grain-free (DCM) pattern and recall history
Verified manufacturer evidence A small bonus when we can verify evidence addressing WSAVA selection criteria
9.0 - 10 Top Pick
8.0 - 8.9 Strong Choice
7.0 - 7.9 Solid Option
6.0 - 6.9 Worth a Conversation
Below 6.0 Review Carefully

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At a Glance

Marketed Benefits
Where these benefits come from Benefits the manufacturer highlights in its own product marketing. KibbleLab lists them for reference and does not verify these claims.
Joint Care Skin Coat Health Dental Care Digestive Health Weight Management
Suitable For
All Life Stages All Breed Sizes
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Nutritional Perspective

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Strengths

  • Single-ingredient treat made from beef esophagus, which helps with ingredient transparency and can be useful for dogs needing limited, known ingredients.
  • High protein (minimum 45%) with moderate fat (minimum 8%) for a meaty, satisfying chew relative to many biscuit-style treats.
  • Natural source of chondroitin and glucosamine from the esophagus tissue, which can contribute to the overall intake of joint-supportive nutrients when used regularly.
  • Avoids grains, added sugars, and artificial colors or flavors, which some dogs with sensitive digestion or ingredient intolerances may do better without.

Considerations

  • Made from beef, which is a common food allergen for some dogs; it’s not appropriate if your dog has known beef sensitivities or is on a strict elimination diet.
  • At about 17–25 calories per piece, these can add up quickly for small or less active dogs, so portions should be limited to avoid unwanted weight gain.
  • As a chew, there is some risk of choking or gastrointestinal blockage if large pieces are swallowed; supervision and appropriate size selection are important.
  • Not a complete and balanced diet, so it should only be used as an occasional treat alongside a nutritionally complete main food.
Scored using the rubric of an NAVC Certified Pet Nutrition Coach (PNCC). This is informational, not veterinary advice.

Full Ingredient List

Beef Esophagus.

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

01
Beef Esophagus
Beef esophagus is an organ meat used in pet foods and treats as a lean, palatable source of animal protein, connective tissue (collagen), B-vitamins and iron, often included in limited‑ingredient or novel‑protein recipes. It can add variety and digestible amino acids for dogs and cats but is not a complete diet on its own, may be chewy due to connective tissue, and should be sourced and handled or cooked properly to reduce bacterial risk; pets with known food sensitivities should be introduced to it gradually.

Nutritional Breakdown

How to read As Fed versus Dry Matter As fed shows the numbers straight off the label, water included. Dry matter removes the water so you can compare a wet food and a dry food fairly.
As Fed
Crude Protein (min)
45.00%
Low High
Crude Fat (min)
8.00%
Low High
Crude Fiber (max)
1.00%
Low High
Moisture (max)
12.00%
Low High
3698
kcal / Kg
25
kcal / Piece
Moderate
Calorie density category
What is calorie density How many calories the food packs per unit. Denser foods mean smaller portions for the same calories.

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Product Details & Brand

Product Specs

Lifestage All Life Stages
Breed size All Breed Sizes
Texture Whole Pieces
Processing method Roasted
Food type Treat

Brand

Redbarn is the flagship brand of Redbarn Pet Products, offering natural pet foods, treats, and chews made with simple, wholesome ingredients. The brand targets pet owners seeking high-quality, transparent nutrition options for their pets, focusing on safety, palatability, and nutritional balance.

Price tier $$$$

Manufacturer

Company name Redbarn Pet Products, LLC
Founded 1996
Headquarters Long Beach, California, USA
Manufacturing type In House
Manufacturing country United States
Manufacturing region Kansas
Manufacturing oversight

Redbarn maintains its own manufacturing facilities in the United States and Paraguay, utilizing in-house quality assurance programs that include extensive product testing, adherence to FDA and USDA regulations, and HACCP-based food safety procedures. The company’s facilities meet or exceed industry standards for safety and traceability.

Manufacturing details are compiled from public sources and not independently verified; they may not reflect contract manufacturing or co-packing.

Recall History

No recalls on record

No recall is listed for Redbarn Beef Jerky Treat.

Source: FDA animal food recall listings back to January 2019 · Checked daily, last on Aug 31, 2026

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We have no recalls on record for Redbarn. We track the FDA's animal food recall listings back to January 2019 and publish every pet food recall automatically. A filing that isn't pet food may not appear here.

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Product data sourced from manufacturer websites, AAFCO statements, and FDA recall listings. Last verified dates reflect our most recent data check. We track the FDA's animal food recall listings back to January 2019 and publish every pet food recall automatically. A filing that isn't pet food may not appear here.