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The Honest Kitchen Ocean Chews Crispy Cod Fish Skins Beams

The Honest Kitchen Ocean Chews Cod Fish Skins

8.7

Owners seeking a single-ingredient fish treat with omega-3 benefits and human-grade standards

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Blue Buffalo BLUE Bits Tasty Chicken Recipe soft training treats

Blue Buffalo BLUE Bits Chicken

7.6

Training sessions where you need a soft, flavorful treat without grains

David Nakamura
David Nakamura

Score Comparison

Criteria
The Honest Kitchen Ocean Chews Cod Fish Skins
Blue Buffalo BLUE Bits Chicken
Overall Score
8.7
7.6
Ingredient Quality
9.0
7.5
Calorie & Nutritional Profile
8.5
7.5
Ingredient Transparency
9.5
7.0
Safety Record
9.5
7.0
Palatability & Acceptance
8.5
8.5
Value Per Treat
6.5
8.0

Pricing & Features

Specification
The Honest Kitchen Ocean Chews Cod Fish Skins
Blue Buffalo BLUE Bits Chicken
Price
$5.09/oz
$0.65/oz
Package Price
$13.99 for 2.75 ozs
$12.29 for 19 ozs

Making Your Decision

The Honest Kitchen Ocean Chews Cod Fish Skins logo

When to Choose The Honest Kitchen Ocean Chews Cod Fish Skins

Owners seeking a single-ingredient fish treat with omega-3 benefits and human-grade standards

The Honest Kitchen Ocean Chews deliver premium single-ingredient quality — 100% cod fish skins with omega-3 benefits and human-grade production. The transparency and safety record are exceptional. The fish smell and small bag size are the main compromises at this ultra-premium price point.

Strengths

  • Single ingredient — 100% dehydrated cod fish skins, nothing else
  • Rich in omega-3 fatty acids for skin and coat health
  • Human-grade production standards with full supply chain transparency

Limitations

  • Strong fish smell that some owners find unpleasant
  • Expensive per ounce — only 2.75oz per bag
  • Crispy texture can be too hard for puppies or senior dogs with dental issues
Blue Buffalo BLUE Bits Chicken logo

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

Ready to Get Started?

The Honest Kitchen Ocean Chews Crispy Cod Fish Skins Beams

The Honest Kitchen Ocean Chews Cod Fish Skins

Score: 8.7
Blue Buffalo BLUE Bits Tasty Chicken Recipe soft training treats

Blue Buffalo BLUE Bits Chicken

Score: 7.6