They may look a little wild, but chicken feet are one of our #1 sellers for good reason! Naturally packed with glucosamine, collagen, calcium and more, these crunchy single-ingredient treats have a lot to offer. Find out why we believe chicken feet are one of nature’s best treats for dogs.
Chicken Feet for Dogs: A Natural Source of Glucosamine & More
They might look a little wild, but chicken feet for dogs are one of the #1 sellers at TRAILDOG & CO.—and for good reason.
Our chicken feet are locally sourced and slowly dehydrated right here in Damascus, Virginia. No fillers. No artificial flavors. No unnecessary ingredients.
Just one ingredient: chicken feet.
And packed inside that crunchy little foot are naturally occurring nutrients that make this one of our favorite Farm-to-Treat options.
Are Chicken Feet Good for Dogs?
For many dogs, chicken feet can be a nutritious, satisfying single-ingredient treat.
Chicken feet naturally contain glucosamine, chondroitin, collagen, calcium, phosphorus and protein. They also provide something dogs absolutely love—a really good CRUNCH.
That combination is one of the reasons they have become a staple on our Butcher Bar.
A Natural Source of Glucosamine for Dogs
This is probably our favorite thing about chicken feet.
Chicken feet are naturally rich in glucosamine, a compound found in cartilage and connective tissue that plays an important role in maintaining healthy joints.
You'll often see estimates of approximately 450 mg of naturally occurring glucosamine per chicken foot, although the actual amount can vary depending on the size and composition of each foot.
Chicken feet also naturally contain chondroitin and collagen, two more components associated with healthy cartilage and connective tissue.
And here's what we especially love:
We don't add the glucosamine. It's naturally there.
For pet parents looking to incorporate more whole-food ingredients into their dog's diet, that's pretty exciting.
What Other Nutrients Are in Chicken Feet?
There is a surprising amount packed into such a simple treat.
Glucosamine helps support healthy joints and cartilage. Naturally builds up as they consume chicken feet on a regular basis.
Chondroitin is another naturally occurring component of cartilage and is often paired with glucosamine in joint-support products.
Collagen is an important structural protein found in connective tissues throughout the body.
Calcium is an essential mineral that dogs need for healthy bones and teeth, as well as other important functions throughout the body.
Phosphorus works closely with calcium and also plays an important role in healthy bones and normal body function.
Protein makes chicken feet a protein-rich animal-based treat without a long list of added ingredients.
All of that from one little chicken foot.
Can Chicken Feet Help Clean a Dog's Teeth?
Here's another reason we love them: the crunch.
Unlike a soft treat that disappears in a second, a dehydrated chicken foot encourages most dogs to crunch and chew.
That chewing action creates mechanical abrasion against the surface of the teeth, which may help remove some food debris and plaque buildup.
We don't consider chicken feet a replacement for regular dental care, but we love that they can provide a little natural dental-cleaning action while your dog thinks they're simply getting an amazing treat.
That's a win-win in our book.
Why We Slowly Dehydrate Our Chicken Feet
We're big believers in keeping good ingredients simple.
Our locally sourced chicken feet are slowly dehydrated over several days in our store rather than heavily processed or covered in artificial flavors and preservatives.
The result is a crunchy, shelf-stable treat that lets the ingredient speak for itself.
No complicated ingredient panel required.
Turn the bag around and you'll find exactly what you'd expect:
Ingredient: Chicken Feet.
Farm-to-Treat, Right Here in Damascus, Virginia
This is what Farm-to-Treat means to us.
We work with local sources whenever possible, bring those ingredients back to TRAILDOG & CO. in Damascus, Virginia, and turn them into simple treats for the dogs who walk through our doors—and the ones we ship them home to.
We're located right along the Appalachian Trail, so we see plenty of hungry traildogs. And whether they're hiking the A.T., walking the Virginia Creeper Trail or snoozing happily on the couch, dogs seem to agree on one thing:
Chicken feet are pretty darn good.
Maybe that's why they're one of the first things we have to restock on the Butcher Bar.
Sometimes the weird-looking treats really are the good stuff.
🐾
TRAILDOG & CO.
Good food for good dogs.
A Few Chicken Foot Safety Tips
Always supervise your dog while enjoying a chicken foot and make sure fresh water is available.
Choose treats appropriate for your dog's size, chewing style and individual dietary needs. Chicken feet are intended as supplemental treats and aren't a substitute for a complete and balanced diet.
If your dog has a medical condition, dietary restriction or difficulty chewing, talk with your veterinarian about whether chicken feet are appropriate for them.
