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Lamb Trachea Treat
Tuesday's Natural Dog Company

Lamb Trachea Treat

Verified Oct 12, 2026

Dog · Treat All Breed Sizes

This is a single-ingredient, crunchy lamb trachea chew for dogs, made from 100% pasture-raised lamb. It’s a high-protein, high-fat treat that also naturally provides glucosamine and chondroitin from the tracheal cartilage. Best used as an occasional chew rather than a daily calorie source, especially for dogs who need help keeping weight in check.

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Over-the-counter Pet Sustainability Coalition Accredited No recalls

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KibbleLab Score
9.3 out of 10

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This lamb trachea treat is a simple, single-ingredient chew that can work well for most healthy dogs who tolerate rich, high-fat snacks. It offers both protein and naturally occurring joint-support nutrients from tracheal cartilage. It’s best suited as an occasional, high-value chew rather than a regular staple, particularly for dogs that don’t struggle with weight or pancreatitis risk.

Calorie and portion clarity 10.0
Ingredient composition 8.0
Health considerations 10.0

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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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Joint Care
Suitable For
All Breed Sizes
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Nutritional Perspective

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Strengths

  • This chew uses a single, clearly named ingredient: 100% pasture-raised lamb trachea.
  • It is naturally rich in glucosamine and chondroitin, which support the structures of the joints.
  • The high protein and fat content make it a very palatable, energy-dense reward for most dogs.
  • A single-ingredient lamb chew can be useful for dogs who need a beef alternative.

Considerations

  • With about 100 calories per piece and 44% fat, this is a very rich treat and can contribute to weight gain if overfed.
  • Because it is high in fat, it may not be a good fit for dogs with a history of pancreatitis or needing strict fat control.
  • Dogs with lamb allergies or sensitivities should avoid this chew entirely.
  • Crunchy chews still carry some risk of gulping or choking, so supervision while chewing is important.
Scored using the rubric of an NAVC Certified Pet Nutrition Coach (PNCC). This is informational, not veterinary advice.

Full Ingredient List

100% pasture-raised lamb trachea

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

01
Lamb Cartilage
Lamb cartilage is used in pet foods as a natural source of collagen and connective-tissue components, providing glycosaminoglycans like chondroitin and hyaluronic acid that are often included to support joint health and as a palatable protein-containing ingredient. It can offer benefits for dogs and cats with joint concerns and adds texture to chews, but it is not a complete protein source, may cause reactions in pets with red-meat sensitivities, and should be properly processed to control pathogens and ensure safety.

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)
41.60%
Low High
Crude Fat (min)
44.30%
Low High
Crude Fiber (max)
1.20%
Low High
Moisture (max)
6.60%
Low High
5750
kcal / Kg
100
kcal / Piece
High
Calorie density category
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Product Details & Brand

Product Specs

Breed size All Breed Sizes
Texture Crunchy
Food type Treat

Brand

All-natural, single-ingredient dog chews and treats — odor-free bully sticks, antlers, bones, tendons, tremenda chews, gullets, ears and tracheas — with no chemicals, additives or preservatives at any point in processing. Positioned as a premium natural-chew supplier for independent and boutique pet stores, with the tagline "Dogs need to chew. We make it natural."

Price tier $$$$

Manufacturer

Company name Tuesday's Natural Dog Company
Parent company Independent
Founded 2009
Headquarters Loveland, Colorado, USA
Manufacturing type Contract Manufacturer
Manufacturing country Brazil
Manufacturing oversight

No owned plants; products are sourced from partner processing plants in South America (chiefly Brazil), the USA and Europe, with third-party laboratory testing of every batch for E. coli and salmonella, metal-detection screening, and hand-sorting.

Pet Sustainability Coalition Accredited business seal
Pet Sustainability Coalition Accredited

PSC is a nonprofit that Accredits pet companies on their environmental and social impact, through third-party verification. Tuesday's Natural Dog Company 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 recalls on record

No recall is listed for Tuesday's Natural Dog Company Lamb Trachea Treat.

Source: FDA animal food recall listings back to January 2019 · Checked daily, last on Oct 16, 2026

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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.