Hill's® Science Diet® Flexi-Stix Jerky Dog Treat - Natural, Beef
Overall Score: 80/100
Ingredients
- Beef (protein)
- Whole Grain Oats (other)
- Wheat Flour (carbohydrate)
- Wheat Starch (other)
- Glycerin (other)
- Dextrose (other)
- Flaxseed (fat)
- Chicken Fat (protein)
- Cane Molasses (other)
- Pork Gelatin (protein)
- Chicken Cartilage (source of Glucosamine Hydrochloride and Chondroitin Sulfate) (protein)
- Natural Flavor (additive)
- Water (other)
- Citric Acid for Freshness (other)
- Salt (mineral)
- Chicken Flavor (protein)
- Beef Flavor (protein)
- Caramel color (additive)
- Natural Smoke Flavor (other)
- Mixed Tocopherols for freshness (other)
Ingredient concerns
- Wheat (medium concern): Wheat is a common allergen in dogs and cats. While it provides digestible carbohydrates and some protein, it is frequently used as an inexpensive filler. Pets with wheat sensitivities may experience skin irritation, gastrointestinal upset, or chronic ear infections.
- Caramel Color (high concern): Certain classes of caramel color (Class III and IV, produced with ammonia or ammonia-sulfite processes) contain 4-methylimidazole (4-MEI), which has been classified as 'possibly carcinogenic to humans' (Group 2B) by IARC. California's Proposition 65 lists 4-MEI as a carcinogen. Like other color additives, it provides no nutritional benefit to pets.
Dry food, with grains.
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