If you are new to this blog, let me tell you I am a doggie mama that is all about giving my boxers the best healthy and natural products. I am also a go-go mama about including superfoods in my boxers daily meals, like coconut oil and chia. When I came across Lincoln Bark, dog treats with chia, it immediately got my attention. First, because I grew up eating chia in many comfort meals mom used to cook, but also because It is something I give my boys as well. So, I got in touch with them on Twitter, and I was happy to receive such great information. Check it out!

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{WHAT IS CHIA}

Chia is an ancient seed and it is considered a superfood. Chia seed has more than three times the amount of omega-3 fatty acids as salmon. Chia, or Salvia Hispanica, is known today as the forgotten crop. Domesticated in 2.600 BC, chia is a flowering plant native to southern Mexico and Central America. It was cultivated by the Mayans and Aztecs and one of the main foods of their diet and was even used as trade currency. Aztec warriors and runners are said to have sustained themselves on just a tablespoon of chia seeds a day, providing them with abundant energy and endurance.

The chia plant’s ability to increase stamina and energy over long periods, chia seeds were considered quite magical. Due to its superior nutritional value, chia became a holy seed among these ancient civilizations, used in religious ceremonies and offered to their gods.

There are two varieties, white chia, and black chia. Each seed is potent enough to prevent infections, with 19-23% protein, which is gluten-free, 34% oil and 25% fiber. Chia seeds offer an excellent source of B vitamins and they are loaded with important Omega-3, 6 and 9 fatty acids and antioxidants.

Lincoln Bark Dog Treats Review. Milo balancing the Treat Smart.

{LINCOLN BARK  WITH CHIA}

Lincoln Bark dog treat line was inspired by owners dog’s Sophie. She was diagnosed with Addison’s disease at only two year’s old. Due to this illness, Sophie needed a boost in food intake, after a long research chia seeds provided what Sophie needed.  This is why Lincoln Bard dog treat line is powered with chia superfood. Their line includes Sweet Little Butterpup, Treat Smart and Nibbles.All products are made in the USA by Lincoln Bark, LLC. They are currently available via online in Canada, but we know they are looking to have their products in local stores in Canada.

SWEET LITTLE BUTTERPUP:  includes 6 natural ingredients that you can actually read and recognize: Rice flour, soy free peanut butter, rolled oats, salmon (pumpkin or chicken for the flavors),  organic chia seed and honey.

NIBBLES “raw” Dog Treats:   these are freeze-dried food meat, some kind of gourmet pet treats. They are made of four ingredients: green beef tripe, salmon, duck and organic chia seed. There are no artificial colors, preservatives, GMOs, gluten or grain and it is USDA approved.

TREAT SMART “raw” Dog Treats: these are soft, human-grade bites powered with chia organic seeds.  It contains 8 ingredients, oats, lecithin, rice bran, rice flour, roasted peanut, or chicken liver, or salmon to duck (depending on the flavor), organic chia seed, flaxseed and cod liver oil.

{BENEFITS OF CHIA FOR DOGS}

• Promotes cardiovascular health
• Assist joint function & mobility
• Improves digestion and natural detoxification
• Supports healthy weight loss
• Antioxidants in chia seeds and oil help prevent cancer
• Alpha-Linolenic Acid 9ALA) reduces fatal cardiac episodes
• Helps with Immune system, skin and coat
• Eye development and maintenance

Lincoln Bark Dog Treats Review. Chico ready to try out the Sweet Little Butterpup from Lincoln Bark

{WHAT WE LIKED}

• It is the first dog treat product we know of with  a superfood as one the main ingredients
• We recognize each ingredient. Yay!
• The product smelled and looked fresh
• Their dog treat line offers a mix of dry and raw treats.
• It is wheat, corn and soy free. This is a plus, for doggies with allergies.
• The packaging, logo, and dog treat names. Adorable!

I was so happy my boys were able to try out Lincoln Bark products. They liked them all, but I think the favorite was the Nibble line.  I am certainly thrilled about being able to provide the power of chia seeds to my dogs through treats. It is just convenience and if for whatever reason I can’t add it to their meals, I still know they will get their intake via treats.

To learn more about these products visit their website,  or connect with Lincoln Bark Facebook Page and Lincoln Bark on Twitter.

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