Blue Buffalo BLUE Bits Chicken
Training sessions where you need a soft, flavorful treat without grains
Old Mother Hubbard Classic Original Mix
Budget-conscious owners who want a simple, no-nonsense everyday biscuit
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Pricing & Features
Making Your Decision
When to Choose Blue Buffalo BLUE Bits Chicken
Training sessions where you need a soft, flavorful treat without grains
Blue Buffalo BLUE Bits deliver a solid mid-range training treat — real chicken first, grain-free, and soft enough for quick consumption during training. Past brand recalls ding the safety score, but the current formula is clean. Good value at $12 for a 19oz bag.
Strengths
- Real chicken as the first ingredient with DHA for brain health
- Soft, moist texture that dogs find highly appealing
- No poultry byproducts, corn, wheat, or soy
Limitations
- Blue Buffalo has had past recalls affecting brand trust
- Contains flaxseed which some dogs may have sensitivity to
- Softer texture means shorter shelf life once opened
When to Choose Old Mother Hubbard Classic Original Mix
Budget-conscious owners who want a simple, no-nonsense everyday biscuit
Old Mother Hubbard delivers a straightforward oven-baked biscuit with recognizable ingredients at an unbeatable price. The crunchy texture provides mild dental benefit, though the wheat and corn base means it is not ideal for grain-sensitive dogs. A solid everyday treat for the price.
Strengths
- Simple, recognizable ingredients with no artificial preservatives or colors
- Oven-baked crunchy texture helps with dental maintenance
- Excellent value at under $9 for a 20oz bag
Limitations
- Contains wheat flour and corn meal — not grain-free
- Higher calorie density per biscuit than soft training treats
- Limited protein variety in the original mix formula
