Four dried fish treats in the same range
Fish Delights is a range of dried fish treats for dogs, where fish is the main ingredient and not much else. The range covers four different types, so you can choose according to your dog's size, teeth and what the treat is to be used for.
There are cod treats in two sizes: SMALL COD FISH DELIGHTS for smaller dogs and for training, and LARGE COD FISH DELIGHTS for larger dogs or for the treat that needs to last a little longer. In addition, there are ICELAND FISH DELIGHTS and NORTH SEA CHEWY FISH DELIGHTS, the latter having a tougher texture that gives the dog something to chew on.
What they all have in common is that they are baked or dried fish with no added grain, colouring or artificial flavourings. This makes them well suited to dogs that react to other protein sources such as chicken or beef, because fish is often tolerated by dogs that are otherwise sensitive.
How to choose according to your dog's size and teeth
The choice between the four types is mostly about your dog's size and how much it needs to chew.
For small dogs and puppies, the smallest ones are the best fit, because they are easy to divide and quick to eat. SMALL COD FISH DELIGHTS can be broken into smaller pieces and used as a reward without the dog getting too many calories at once.
For medium-sized and large dogs, the larger pieces make sense. LARGE COD FISH DELIGHTS are larger in format, so they don't disappear in a single mouthful for a big dog.
If you want a treat that lasts longer and keeps the dog a little occupied, NORTH SEA CHEWY FISH DELIGHTS is the right choice. The tougher texture means the dog has to work for it, which can also help with boredom.
Fish as a treat for dogs with a sensitive stomach
Fish is one of the protein sources that is most often well tolerated by dogs with a sensitive stomach or food hypersensitivity. Many allergies and intolerances in dogs are linked to common meat types such as beef and chicken, and here fish can be an alternative that does not trigger the same reactions.
Because Fish Delights basically consist of fish and not a long list of fillers, you know what your dog is getting. This makes them easy to use if you are in the process of figuring out what your dog can tolerate, or if you already know that it does best on fish.
If you have a dog that generally struggles with its stomach, it may be a good idea to read more in the article on the best dog food for sensitive stomachs, so the treats fit together with the rest of the diet.
Fish oil and omega 3 in dried fish treats
Fish naturally contains omega 3 fatty acids, which among other things are associated with coat, skin and joints in dogs. When you give dried fish treats, the dog gets a small amount of these fatty acids on top of the reward, even though drying reduces the fat content compared with fresh fish.
However, it is not a substitute for an actual supplement if the dog needs more omega 3. If you want to read about how fish oil works and what it does for the dog, there is more to find in the article what is fish oil good for and in what is omega 3. If the dog needs a dedicated supplement, you can take a look at the omega 3 oil.
How many fish treats can a dog have?
Treats, even the healthy kind, count towards the dog's total daily food intake. A rule of thumb is that treats should make up no more than around 10 percent of the calories the dog gets in a day. The rest should come from the meal itself, so the food still covers the dog's nutritional needs.
The smallest types are easy to dose, because you can divide them and give small pieces at a time. The larger and the tougher ones last longer and therefore count for more. If you are in doubt about how much your dog can have in total, the article how many treats can a dog have gives a concrete starting point.
Fish treats for training
The smallest of the fish treats are well suited to training, because they can be divided into small pieces and given in quick succession without filling the dog up too much. A strong-smelling fish treat is often more motivating than a plain biscuit, and that can make a difference when you are training new commands or working on recall.
If you need treats specifically for training, you can also take a look at the training treat bundle, where several types are combined. If you are looking more broadly for rewards, you will find the full selection under the treats landing page.
Fish Delights for puppies
Puppies can certainly have fish treats once they are old enough for solid treats, but the size and amount must suit a small mouth and a small stomach. Here the small, divisible types are preferable, so you can give a little piece at a time.
If you are a new puppy owner and unsure about when and how much the puppy can have, there is help to be found in when can puppies have treats and in the selection of puppy treats, which are put together for very young dogs.
