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Dog Treats:natural and Healthy: Why Chicken?

Many dog lovers are turning to chicken as a natural healthy treat for their dogs. Chicken is very beneficial for your dogs' health as a dog treat.

Healthy Benefits of Chicken
Chicken makes an especially great treat for dogs because it is:

    All Natural

    LOW in Calories

    LOW in Fat

    LOW in Cholesterol

    HIGH in Protein


Low in fat, calories, and cholesterol
Chicken provides the complete protein dogs require daily. Of all the meats, chicken is one of the lowest in calories, fat and saturated fat.

Chicken Breast has very low cholesterol at around 62mg/100g

Premium Protein
Dogs require protein, and because protein can't be stored in their body, they need a new supply every day. Chicken is an ideal source of protein because it is lower in calories, fats and saturated fats than most other meats.

Nutrition
Chicken is extremely dense in nutrients, including protein, zinc, iron, phosphorous, riboflavin, thiamin and niacin.

Chicken contains significant quantities of many minerals, including iron, zinc, magnesium and phosphorous.

There are many chicken jerky treats on the market, but they are not all the same. It is critical that the chicken treats you choose be all natural. It is of prime importance that your dog gets a treat without additives, preservatives, or coloring. Your best bet is to read the ingredients label. If there is something listed that is hard to pronounce, choose a different product! Once your dog tastes the all-natural goodness of a healthy treat, he will surely show you his preference next time you go for the bag.

Lisa Andrews

Lisa M Andrews is an expert on chicken dog treats . She loves spending time with her 3 dogs and assisting dog lovers with finding the right dog treats for their pets' needs.

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