Dehydrated vs Freeze-Dried vs Baked: Which Treat Style Is Best For Training?

Baked, Dehydrated and freeze-dried style treats

Dehydrated, freeze‑dried, and baked dog treats all look like “just snacks” from the bag, but they behave very differently when you’re actually training. Dehydrated treats concentrate real‑meat flavour, stay less crumbly than freeze‑dried, and hold up in your pocket or bait bag—making them ideal for rapid‑fire rewards and outdoor sessions.

Why ‘Truly Canadian’ Dog Treats Are So Hard To Find

Made in Canada

Finding dog treats that are truly Canadian turns out to be surprisingly difficult. Between fuzzy “Made in Canada” claims, globalized meat and vitamin supply chains, and import rules that prioritize safety over origin clarity, most bags on the shelf are more Canadian in branding than in ingredients.

Smidgin & Company Sourcing: Why “Canadian” On The Bag Isn’t Enough

A Canadian Farm scene with cattle, pigs, lambs in harmony.

Smidgin & Company isn’t just “Canadian” on the front of the bag – we’re transparent about what’s inside it and where it comes from. Unlike many dog treat brands that quietly tuck sourcing details into the fine print, we clearly explain when a protein is Canadian, when it’s global, and why we chose that supplier.