Croci HAPPY FARM chicken with spinach, 80 g is a natural meaty dog treat and complementary food. Ingredients: chicken 92.8%, corn starch 2%, sorbitol, glycerine, spinach and sea salt. The analysis: crude protein 30%, crude fat 5%, fibre 0.2%, ash 4%, moisture 23%, starch "20 mg/kg". The treat is meant for play, rewards and training, and can be given once or several times a day.
What the manufacturer claims
Croci calls HAPPY FARM the best reward during the day. Owners are advised to supervise the dog while it eats the treat and to provide constant access to clean water. The product is not for humans and should be kept in a cool, dry place. As with other flavours in the series, the card says the treat helps remove tartar and strengthen teeth and gums.
Key specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | meaty treat, complementary food |
| For | dogs |
| Ingredients | chicken 92.8%, corn starch 2%, sorbitol, glycerine, spinach, sea salt |
| Protein / fat | 30% / 5% |
| Moisture | 23% |
| Fibre / ash | 0.2% / 4% |
| Starch per analysis | "20 mg/kg" |
| Pack size | 80 g pack |
Pros
- 92.8% chicken. The highest meat share in the series.
- 30% protein. A protein-rich reward.
- Moderate fat. 5%.
- Soft texture. Easy to cut into training pieces.
- Short recipe. Chicken and a few processing aids.
- Handy 80 g pack.
Cons and what to watch
- Only a token of spinach. It comes after glycerine in the list — a minimal share.
- An odd starch figure. "20 mg/kg" does not match the 2% corn starch in the recipe.
- The tartar claim. A soft treat does not clean teeth.
- Sorbitol and salt. Needed for texture and shelf life.
Chicken or spinach
The name promises chicken with spinach, but by recipe it is practically all chicken: 92.8% meat and only a pinch of spinach at the end of the list. So do not expect the benefits of greens from this treat — its value is the protein. For dogs that love meat, that is a plus rather than a minus.
What is wrong with the starch
The recipe lists 2% corn starch, about 20 grams per kilogram. Yet the analysis says "20 mg/kg" — a thousand times less. Most likely the units on the card are mixed up. It is not dangerous for the dog, but it shows that figures in the description are worth checking on the pack.
How much to give
Treats should provide no more than 10% of daily calories. A small dog needs only a few pieces a day, a large dog a bit more. If you give many treats, reduce the main food. More in excess weight in dogs.
For training
A soft treat is easy to cut into pea-sized pieces, enough for many repetitions of commands. Carry it in a separate pouch so your pockets stay clean. Tips are in treats for dog training.
Storage and safety
Close the pack after each use and keep it in a cool, dry place. Supervise your dog while it eats: greedy eaters may swallow a large piece. Water should always be available.
Other flavours in the series
HAPPY FARM also includes chicken with carrot with a similar analysis and sweet potato with chicken, which has more vegetables and less protein.
Who it suits
The treat suits dogs without a chicken allergy — for training, walks and rewards. Give it in small amounts to overweight dogs. Other snacks are in dog treats; tooth care is covered in how to brush a dog's teeth.
Verdict
Croci HAPPY FARM chicken with spinach is a meaty treat with 92.8% chicken, 30% protein and 5% fat. The downsides are that spinach is only a token, the starch figure in the analysis has a unit error, and the tartar claim should not be taken literally.
FAQ
What is in it?
Chicken 92.8%, corn starch 2%, sorbitol, glycerine, spinach, sea salt.
How much spinach?
The share is not stated; it is at the end of the list, so there is very little.
How much protein and fat?
Protein 30%, fat 5%.
Can I give it every day?
Yes, within 10% of daily calories.
Does the treat clean teeth?
No, a soft treat will not replace brushing.
Is it a main food?
No, it is a complementary food.
How should I store it?
In a closed pack in a cool, dry place.
