Croci HAPPY FARM "potato with chicken", 80 g is a natural meaty treat for dogs. By ingredients it is sweet potato (60%) with chicken (37.3%), sorbitol, corn starch and salt. The analysis: crude protein 20%, fat 2.5%, fibre 0.2%, ash 3.5%, moisture 18%. The treat is a complementary feed: it is used during play or as a reward, given once or several times a day. The manufacturer advises supervising your dog while it eats, providing constant access to water and storing the pack in a cool, dry place.
What the manufacturer claims
HAPPY FARM is described as the best reward during the day, suitable for play and training. The card also says the treat helps remove tartar and strengthens teeth and gums. The price in the card is per 80 g pack.
Key specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | meaty treat, complementary feed |
| For | dogs |
| Ingredients | sweet potato 60%, chicken 37.3%, sorbitol, corn starch, salt |
| Protein / fat | 20% / 2.5% |
| Moisture | 18% |
| Fibre / ash | 0.2% / 3.5% |
| Range | HAPPY FARM, Croci |
| Pack size | 80 g |
Pros
- Clear recipe. Sweet potato and chicken make up almost 98%.
- Low fat. 2.5% makes it a light treat.
- No wheat. Carbohydrates come from sweet potato and a little starch.
- Analysis given. Protein, fat, moisture and ash are listed.
- Good for training. The pieces are easy to hand out.
- Small pack. 80 g does not sit around for long.
Cons and what to watch
- Confusing name. It says "potato", but the ingredient is sweet potato.
- Odd starch figure. "5 mg/kg" with 60% sweet potato and corn starch in the recipe looks like an error.
- Salt and sorbitol. Do not give a lot at once.
- Chicken. Not suitable for dogs allergic to chicken.
- Tartar claims. The treat does not replace tooth brushing.
Sweet potato in treats
Sweet potato is given to dogs as a source of carbohydrates and fibre; it is well tolerated and has a slightly sweet taste many dogs enjoy. In HAPPY FARM sweet potato is the base and chicken adds the meaty smell. So the treat is less "meaty" than pure meat strips, but gentler in composition and low in fat.
For training and play
The treat is easy to break into small pieces and give as a reward for a command. During active training a dog can get a lot of treats, so count them in the daily ration. Details are in treats for dog training.
Teeth
The manufacturer says the treat helps remove tartar. Chewing does partly clean soft plaque off the teeth, but tartar that has already formed can only be removed by a vet. Oral care needs regular brushing — how to do it is explained in how to brush your dog's and cat's teeth.
How much to give
Treats should make up no more than a tenth of the daily calories. Small dogs need just one or two pieces; large dogs can have more. Because of the salt and sorbitol, do not give the whole pack at once. If you give lots of treats, slightly reduce the main food.
Storage and safety
Keep the pack closed in a dry, cool place. Give the treat under supervision, especially to dogs that swallow without chewing. A bowl of clean water should always be nearby.
Which dogs it suits
The treat suits adult dogs without a chicken allergy that need a light reward with little fat. For dogs on a diet it is a better choice than fatty meat snacks. How to choose chewy treats is covered in chewy treats for dogs: how to choose.
Who it suits
Owners who need a light treat with a clear recipe for training and rewards. If your dog does not tolerate chicken, choose a single-protein treat such as TASTY lamb strips. Other treats are in the dog treats section.
Verdict
Croci HAPPY FARM is a treat made of sweet potato (60%) and chicken (37.3%) with sorbitol, starch and salt: 20% protein, 2.5% fat and 18% moisture. The downsides are "potato" in the name instead of sweet potato, a starch figure that looks wrong, and salt and sorbitol that make it unwise to give a lot at once.
FAQ
What is in it?
Sweet potato 60%, chicken 37.3%, sorbitol, corn starch, salt.
Is it potato or sweet potato?
By the ingredient list it is sweet potato.
How much protein and fat?
Protein 20%, fat 2.5%.
Can I give it every day?
Yes, as a complementary feed within 10% of the daily calories.
Does it help against tartar?
Chewing removes a little plaque, but tartar has to be removed by a vet.
Is it suitable for chicken allergy?
No.
What pack size is it?
An 80 g pack.
