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Bully Slices Vanilla Flavor Treat
Redbarn

Bully Slices Vanilla Flavor Treat

Verified Jun 17, 2026

Dog · Treat All Life Stages All Breed Sizes

These roasted beef hide treats are high in protein and designed for dogs who enjoy a firm chew that softens as they work on it. They feature beef hide as the main ingredient, with added chicken fat, eggs, salmon oil, and small amounts of blueberry and cranberry. This is a supplemental chew, best used as an occasional reward alongside a complete and balanced dog food.

Over-the-counter No recalls
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KibbleLab Score
7.4 out of 10

This is a high-protein chew made from beef hide with added animal fats and a few functional ingredients like chicken cartilage and salmon oil. It can be a satisfying, longer-lasting treat for many dogs and may offer some chewing benefit for the teeth. Because it’s a hide-based chew with added calories, it’s best reserved for healthy dogs who chew appropriately and don’t have known sensitivities to beef, chicken, egg, or fish.

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

Ingredient composition Quality, beneficial additions, absence of artificial colors/flavors
Nutritional profile Protein, fat, fiber evaluated for stated life stage and food type
AAFCO compliance Complete and balanced certification; feeding trials valued higher
Health considerations Sensitivity profile, DCM risk, processing method
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 Not Recommended

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At a Glance

Health Benefits
Joint Care Dental Care Digestive Health Weight Management
Suitable For
All Life Stages All Breed Sizes
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Nutritional Perspective

KibbleLab Review

Strengths

  • Very high protein content for a treat, coming primarily from beef hide and eggs.
  • Slow-roasted hide provides a firm chew, which can help mechanically reduce plaque as the dog gnaws.
  • Includes salmon oil and vitamin E, which can contribute beneficial fatty acids and antioxidant support.
  • Free from wheat, corn, and soy, which can be helpful for dogs sensitive to those ingredients.

Considerations

  • This is a treat, not a complete and balanced diet, so it should only make up a small portion of your dog’s daily calories.
  • Made from beef hide, which some dogs digest less easily; swallowing large pieces could pose a choking or blockage risk, so close supervision is important.
  • Contains multiple potential allergens, including beef, chicken fat, eggs, and salmon oil, so it’s not ideal for dogs with known food allergies to these proteins.
  • Calorie dense for a chew, so portions should be limited for dogs who are overweight or prone to weight gain.
Scored using the rubric of an NAVC Certified Pet Nutrition Coach (PNCC). This is informational, not veterinary advice.

Full Ingredient List

Beef Hide, Eggs, Chicken Fat (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Natural Vanilla Flavor, Chicken Cartilage, Sunflower Lecithin, Caramel Color, Ascorbic Acid, Vitamin E Supplement, Dried Blueberry, Dried Cranberry, Salmon Oil.

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 Hide
Beef hide is typically offered as a chew treat rather than a primary food ingredient, providing concentrated animal protein and collagen that encourages chewing and can help with mechanical plaque removal in dogs. Because hides can be high in calories and fat and may pose risks of choking, dental fractures, gastrointestinal blockage or bacterial contamination if poorly processed, they should be given under supervision, avoided for aggressive chewers or pets with pancreatitis, and are generally not recommended for cats.
02
Egg
Eggs are used in pet foods as a highly digestible, complete animal protein and nutrient source—providing essential amino acids, bioavailable vitamins (A, D, E, B-complex including B12), minerals like selenium and iron, choline and healthy fats—while also improving palatability and texture. They support muscle maintenance, skin/coat and cognitive health in dogs and cats, but raw eggs can carry bacterial risk and contain avidin in whites that may reduce biotin with long-term feeding; some pets may also have egg allergies or require portion control for calorie management.
03
Chicken Fat
Chicken fat is used in dog and cat foods as a concentrated energy and flavor source that supplies essential fatty acids (notably linoleic acid) and aids absorption of fat‑soluble vitamins, improving palatability and supporting skin and coat health. Because it is calorie‑dense, diets must account for added fat to prevent weight gain, and quality (proper rendering and antioxidant protection to prevent rancidity) is important; although fats are less commonly allergenic than proteins, pets with poultry sensitivities may still react in some cases.
04
Mixed Tocopherol
Mixed tocopherols are a blend of natural vitamin E compounds (alpha, beta, gamma and delta tocopherols) used in pet foods primarily as a natural antioxidant and preservative to protect fats and fat‑soluble nutrients and extend shelf life. They also supply dietary vitamin E—an essential antioxidant for immune function, skin and coat health and cellular integrity in dogs and cats—and are generally safe at typical use levels, though they are not a substitute for a complete vitamin formulation and may be less effective in animals with fat‑absorption disorders.
05
Natural Vanilla Flavor
Natural vanilla flavor is used in pet foods and treats primarily as a palatability enhancer to improve aroma and taste and is added in very small amounts rather than as a source of nutrients. It provides negligible nutritional value for dogs or cats (cats lack sweet taste receptors and are generally less responsive to vanilla), and pet owners should note that concentrated vanilla extract can contain alcohol or added sweeteners—ensure formulations are free of toxic additives such as xylitol and come from reputable manufacturers.

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)
65.00%
Low High
Crude Fat (min)
1.00%
Low High
Crude Fiber (max)
2.00%
Low High
Moisture (max)
12.00%
Low High
2521
kcal / Kg
53
kcal / Oz
Low
Calorie density category
What is calorie density How many calories the food packs per unit. Denser foods mean smaller portions for the same calories.

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

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.

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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

Redbarn Bully Slices Vanilla Flavor Treat has no recalls since 2014.

Source: FDA Pet Food Recall Database · Monitored daily

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Frequently Asked Questions

Has Redbarn ever been recalled?

We have no recalls on record for Redbarn. We monitor the FDA Pet Food Recall Database daily.

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