Zuke's Mini Naturals Chicken Recipe Wins
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Zuke's Mini Naturals Chicken Recipe training treats package

Zuke's Mini Naturals Chicken Recipe

8.6

Trainers and active owners who need a low-calorie, high-value reward treat

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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
Zuke's Mini Naturals Chicken Recipe
Blue Buffalo BLUE Bits Chicken
Overall Score
8.6
7.6
Ingredient Quality
8.5
7.5
Calorie & Nutritional Profile
9.0
7.5
Ingredient Transparency
8.0
7.0
Safety Record
8.5
7.0
Palatability & Acceptance
9.0
8.5
Value Per Treat
8.0
8.0

Pricing & Features

Specification
Zuke's Mini Naturals Chicken Recipe
Blue Buffalo BLUE Bits Chicken
Price
$0.99/oz
$0.65/oz
Package Price
$15.79 for 16 ozs
$12.29 for 19 ozs

Making Your Decision

Zuke's Mini Naturals Chicken Recipe logo

When to Choose Zuke's Mini Naturals Chicken Recipe

Trainers and active owners who need a low-calorie, high-value reward treat

Zuke's Mini Naturals are the gold standard for training treats — only 3 calories each, soft enough to eat quickly during sessions, and made with real chicken. The low-cal profile means you can reward frequently without guilt. The best training treat in this comparison.

Strengths

  • Only 3 calories per treat — ideal for frequent training sessions without overfeeding
  • Real chicken is the #1 ingredient with no corn, wheat, or soy
  • Small, soft, and easy to break apart for precise training rewards

Limitations

  • Soft texture means they can crumble and leave residue in pockets
  • Contains chickpea and tapioca starch as binding agents
  • Higher price per ounce compared to budget biscuit options
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

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Zuke's Mini Naturals Chicken Recipe training treats package

Zuke's Mini Naturals Chicken Recipe

Score: 8.6
Blue Buffalo BLUE Bits Tasty Chicken Recipe soft training treats

Blue Buffalo BLUE Bits Chicken

Score: 7.6