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Zuke's Mini Naturals

The go-to training treat recommended by vets and Reddit alike. At just 2 calories per piece, they're soft enough to break into tiny bits and smell strong enough to keep any dog focused.

$10-$18
Pros
  • Only 2 calories per treat — won't spoil appetite or cause weight gain
  • Soft texture breaks easily into smaller pieces for precise portioning
  • Strong smell that appeals to dogs and keeps them motivated during training
  • Available in multiple flavors including chicken and peanut butter
Cons
  • Zip-top bag seal can be faulty — may need to transfer to a separate container
  • Soft texture means they can crumble in warm pockets
  • Not ideal as a long-lasting chew — purely a training/reward treat
Why we recommend it

If you only buy one bag of dog treats, make it Zuke's. Vets love them, trainers swear by them, and Reddit recommends them constantly — that's a rare trifecta.

What the community says

Zuke's minis are often recommended on Reddit forum, and there are other flavors such as a chicken variety and one with peanut butter.

r/dogs · read thread →
What the experts said

Our experts noted that these have a strong smell that appeals to dogs, spurring them to be on good behavior to get their reward.

Good Housekeeping · read full review →

I like these soft treats that you can easily break up into even smaller pieces. That way it's easy to limit the amount you give while you're training or rewarding your pup.

Good Housekeeping (Dr. Megan Conrad, veterinarian) · read full review →

Our experts named these the best overall dog treats, noting that the strong smell appeals to dogs, which helps with training.

Good Housekeeping Institute · read full review →