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Mini Trainers Freeze Dried Pork Hearts Treats
Semi Moist Mini Trainers

Mini Trainers Freeze Dried Pork Hearts Treats

Verified Aug 26, 2026

Dog · Treat All Breed Sizes

A high-protein, freeze-dried pork heart training treat for dogs of all sizes. Made from a single animal-based ingredient, it offers nutrient-dense organ meat in tiny, crunchy pieces that are only about 1 calorie each. This makes it especially useful for frequent rewards during training without adding a lot of extra calories.

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Over-the-counter No recalls

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KibbleLab Score
9.3 out of 10

Top Pick

This is a simple, high-quality training treat made entirely from freeze-dried pork heart, providing concentrated animal protein and naturally occurring vitamins and minerals. The tiny, low-calorie pieces are very practical for training sessions where you need to give many rewards. It’s a good fit for most healthy dogs, especially those whose owners prefer single-ingredient, meat-based treats.

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
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Immune Support
Suitable For
All Breed Sizes
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Nutritional Perspective

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Strengths

  • Single animal-based ingredient (pork heart) offers high-quality, organ-based protein with naturally rich B vitamins, iron, and zinc.
  • Very high protein (54% min) with moderate fat (9% min), appropriate for most dogs as a reward treat.
  • Low calorie density per piece (about 1 kcal) is ideal for frequent training rewards without markedly increasing daily caloric intake.
  • Freeze-dried processing helps preserve nutrients and flavor while keeping the treat crunchy and convenient.

Considerations

  • Contains pork, which can be a trigger for dogs with pork-specific food allergies or intolerances.
  • As a high-protein organ meat treat, portions still need to be moderated in dogs with conditions requiring protein, phosphorus, or organ-meat restriction, even though each piece is low calorie.
  • Not a complete and balanced diet, so it should be used strictly as a 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

North American freeze-dried Pork Hearts

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
Pork Heart
Pork heart is an organ meat used in pet foods as a high-quality protein source and nutrient-dense inclusion, supplying essential amino acids, B vitamins (including B12 and riboflavin), iron and organ-specific nutrients such as taurine that are particularly important for cats. It can enhance palatability and nutrient variety but should be part of a balanced diet rather than the sole ingredient, and owners should observe proper handling/cooking to avoid pathogens and be mindful of potential food sensitivities or formulation imbalances from excessive organ content.

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)
54.00%
Low High
Crude Fat (min)
9.00%
Low High
Crude Fiber (max)
3.00%
Low High
Moisture (max)
7.00%
Low High
1
kcal / Piece

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Product Details & Brand

Product Specs

Breed size All Breed Sizes
Texture Crunchy
Processing method Freeze Dried
Food type Treat

Brand

Soft, semi-moist training treats for dogs, designed for high palatability and small size ideal for repeated training rewards.

Price tier $$$

Manufacturer

Company name Crumps' Naturals Inc.
Founded 2006
Headquarters Mississauga, Ontario, Canada
Manufacturing type In House
Manufacturing country Canada
Manufacturing region Ontario
Manufacturing oversight

Crumps' Naturals manufactures all its treats in-house in their own facility in Ontario, maintaining strict quality control and ensuring the use of North American ingredients. They follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and are regulated under Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) oversight for pet food safety.

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 Semi Moist Mini Trainers Mini Trainers Freeze Dried Pork Hearts Treats.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Has Semi Moist Mini Trainers ever been recalled?

We have no recalls on record for Semi Moist Mini Trainers. 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.