Chicken jerky dog treats are supposedly great doggie treats, but the controversy about some of them causing illnesses among dogs have made pet owners reluctant about buying them.
This is just understandable as they surely would only want the best for their pets.
Here are some of the frequently asked questions about the treats and their corresponding answers.
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What caused the illnesses in dogs that were given the treats? As of now, the FDA has not specifically identified the root cause of the contamination.
But what should be made clear is that not all of the treats are contaminated.
In fact, the products that were asked to be voluntarily recalled are generally made in China.
Chicken jerky dog treats can still be found in the store shelves, especially the ones made in the USA.
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What are they made of? The high quality ones, especially those made in the USA, are generally made from chicken breast from chickens responsibly raised in the country.
And, this is what makes them healthy for dogs as they are high in protein and low in fat.
Moreover, because they are naturally high in protein, they do not have to be added with gluten.
A kind of protein derived from wheat and other related grains, gluten may cause allergies among dogs.
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What are their disadvantages? As a whole, chicken jerky dog treats do not have disadvantages as they are healthy and appetizing treats for dogs.
However, since they are an addition to your dog's diet, they should be given in small amounts.
In general, the amount of treats you should give your dog should not be more than fifteen percent of his daily food intake.
Otherwise, he may gain unhealthy weight or even become obese.