A fantastic chew packed with meat and red marrow, featuring soft bones sourced from very young calves. This is among our top sellers!
- Gluten-Free • Low Allergen
- High Protein • Low Fat
- Animal protein source: Veal / Free Range Beef
- Produced in New Zealand
Recommended for: Dogs of every life stage
No Vaccines, No Steroids (HGP), No Colouring, No Preservatives, No Additives
ZEAL® 100% Pure Natural pet treats are nutritious, reliable, and traceable to their origins. We proudly offer 21 delightful treat varieties, including 6 that are loved by cats. Crafted by hand in our Auckland facility, our treats are made from premium New Zealand free-range meats and sustainably sourced seafood. We ensure that absolutely NO colourings, flavours, additives, or preservatives are involved in our production process. Pamper your pet with a delicious and healthful source of nutrients.
What type of treats are appropriate for your dog's or cat's breed, size, and age?
We advise supervising your pet while they enjoy treats, especially when introducing a new one. Many dogs tend to gulp treats without chewing, so it's important to monitor all sizes and ages until you feel confident they can manage without the risk of choking. Cats usually nibble on treats rather than devouring them too quickly. Smaller dogs may find larger shank bones difficult, while larger dogs might try to quickly consume medium-sized harder treats without chewing. Older pets with dental issues will require softer chews, so it's essential to consider your pet's size and eating habits.
Storage: Keep in a cool, dry area away from direct sunlight. Ensure the packaged product is zip-locked to maintain freshness. For bulk purchases, store any unused product in an airtight container to ensure quality and hygiene.
Ingredients and Analysis
Ingredients : Natural Dried New Zealand Veal Ribs
Typical analysis:-
- Protein 58.0g / 100g
- Fat SBR 8.6g / 100g
- Moisture 8.8g / 100g
- Ash 22.6g / 100g
- Fibre 2.0g / 100g
Benefits
Maintaining your pet’s oral and dental hygiene is crucial. They can't communicate pain, so regular checks of their gums and teeth are essential. Chewing on Zeal® Pet Treats aids in removing plaque and tartar buildup. Regularly brushing your pet’s teeth is also a beneficial practice!
Using treats during training: Treats serve as an effective tool in training sessions, helping to keep your pet focused on you and the learning experience, regardless of their age. For training purposes, treats should ideally be small and easily swallowed, requiring minimal chewing so that you can reward desired behaviors quickly and frequently. The best training treats are relatively soft and about the size of a pea. Pets care more about the quantity of treats rather than their size. Larger treats can be used for rewarding good behavior, as they require your pet to stop, chew, and take their time to enjoy them.
How to best utilize dog treats: The most effective way to use treats is to reinforce a calm and submissive demeanor. Avoid rewarding your pet for an excited or over-stimulated state. Always allow your pet to sniff the treat first, holding it up out of reach and waiting. Remember, pets, especially dogs, can smell from over 5 meters away, so there's no need to put the treat directly under their nose. Once they catch the scent, dogs may initially jump around or even leap on you. If this occurs, communicate your disapproval through your body language and attitude; your patience as an owner will lead to a well-behaved pet. They will learn that a calm approach results in rewards, as they sit quietly and look at you in anticipation. At the moment they are calm, give them the treat. Do not use treats to reward an excited pet; instead, use them to encourage a calm, submissive state.
Feeding Guidelines
Don’t overindulge ~ Even though it may be tempting when your beloved pet begs for more, remain mindful and keep treats limited. Treats should complement your pet's diet. Just like us, excessive treats can lead to weight gain and upset the balance of their diet, which should remain complete and nutritious for their health. Ideally, treats should not exceed 10% of your pet's daily calorie intake, so adjust regular meal portions accordingly to prevent weight gain, taking into account all treats consumed during training throughout the day. This also applies to treats given as general rewards for good behavior. Neglecting this can lead to gradual weight gain, which is detrimental to your pet’s health.
Treat Wise ~ We always suggest that your pet enjoys treats under supervision, especially when trying something new. Some dogs (which is less common in cats) can be overly eager when it comes to tasty snacks and might not chew thoroughly, posing a choking hazard.
When to offer treats to your pet ~ The best time to give treats is between meals, not immediately before or after a meal. Choose a treat that your pet will find appealing. If you're using treats as a training incentive, they won’t be as effective right after your pet has finished a full meal.
