CrunCheese Dog Treat
Verified Aug 30, 2026
This is a high-protein, crunchy cheese treat made from cow and yak milk, designed for dogs of all sizes and life stages. With its puffed, airy texture and smoked, dried preparation, it works well as a small training reward or occasional snack alongside a balanced diet. The treat is relatively low in fat for a cheese-based product and provides a concentrated dairy protein source.
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Nutritionally, this is a simple, high-protein dairy-based treat that can work well as an occasional reward for most healthy dogs. The short ingredient list is a plus, and the protein and fat levels are appropriate for a small training or indulgent treat. It will not suit dogs with dairy sensitivities, and like all treats, it should only make up a small portion of the overall diet.
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At a Glance
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Strengths
- Very simple ingredient list with only cow milk and yak milk as the sources of protein and fat.
- High protein content at 57% makes this a very protein-rich treat relative to many dog snacks.
- Moderate fat level for a cheese-based product can be helpful if you are watching calories from treats.
- Crunchy, puffed texture makes it easy to use as small training or reward pieces.
Considerations
- Contains dairy proteins, so it is not appropriate for dogs with milk allergies or lactose intolerance issues.
- As a high-protein, smoked treat, it should be given in moderation, especially for dogs with pancreatitis history.
- This is a treat only and is not formulated to be a complete and balanced diet for daily feeding.
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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Cow's Milk
Cow's milk is sometimes included in pet foods and treats as a source of protein, fat, calcium and moisture, and can enhance palatability. Many adult dogs and most cats are lactose intolerant so milk can cause gastrointestinal upset and may add excess calories or fat (risking pancreatitis in susceptible pets); pasteurized, low‑fat or lactose‑free options are preferable and raw milk should be avoided due to pathogen risk and potential dairy allergies in sensitive animals.
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Yak Milk
Yak milk is used in pet foods and treats as a rich source of protein, fat and minerals and is often found in powdered form, cheeses, or traditional hard chews. It provides concentrated energy, protein and calcium that can support growth and bone health, but because it is higher in fat and contains dairy proteins/lactose it can cause gastrointestinal upset, trigger milk allergies, or contribute to pancreatitis in sensitive dogs or cats, so introduce cautiously and consult your veterinarian for pets with dietary issues.
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How to read As Fed versus Dry Matter
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Product Specs
Brand
Yak9 offers all-natural, long-lasting hard cheese chews for dogs made from Himalayan yak and cow milk, in sizes Small through Jumbo across four lines: classic Yak9 Chews, CrunCheese, Softeese and Cheweese. Its differentiator is roughly a dozen nutritional flavored varieties (turmeric, coconut, blueberry, pumpkin, strawberry, peanut butter banana and more) — a premium, sustainable, rawhide-free alternative with eco-friendly packaging and a bag-recycling program.
Manufacturer
Runs a "Farmed-to-Chew" model, collaborating directly with yak and cow farmers in Himalayan Nepal; states FDA compliance with strict quality-control guidelines and hand-inspection of every chew before packing. No staff nutritionists or third-party audit schemes disclosed.
PSC is a nonprofit that Accredits pet companies on their environmental and social impact, through third-party verification. Yak9 Chews 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 recall is listed for Yak9 Chews CrunCheese Dog Treat.
Source: FDA animal food recall listings back to January 2019 · Checked daily, last on Sep 1, 2026
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Has Yak9 Chews ever been recalled?
We have no recalls on record for Yak9 Chews. 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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