Winter hits… and suddenly your doggo is doing laps of the kitchen, staring at the treat cupboard and acting like they haven’t eaten in weeks - sound familiar?

With less outdoor time and more indoor energy, enrichment becomes even more important this time of year. 

Cue CABIN FEVER!

Enter stage left: the treats doing the heavy lifting this Winter.

 

Why Treats Matter More in Winter

When the weather cools down, routines tend to shift. For a lot of dogs, Winter means:

• Less outdoor time

• Fewer long walks

• More time inside

• More “looking at you for snacks” behaviour

And while their meals might stay the same, the way they use their energy changes. That’s why enrichment becomes so important this time of year.

What the heck is enrichment you ask? Well enrichment is as simple as chewing, sniffing, licking and problem-solving. This helps:

• Stay mentally stimulated

• Reduce boredom-related behaviours

• Burn energy in different ways

• Stay engaged when physical activity drops

In simple terms?  Less movement = more need for enrichment.

 

What Makes a Great Winter Treatie?

Not all treaties hit the same. The best Winter options are the ones that do a little more than just disappear in two seconds flat.

Think:

• Long-lasting chews: Something they can really settle in with.

• High-value rewards: Strong smell, real ingredients and maximum excitement.

• Functional benefits: Treats that support things like dental health, skin, coat or training = even better.

Bonus points if it gets tails wagging before the bag is even open!

 

Winter Treats Worth Obsessing Over 

Freeze-Dried Variety Treats

Crunchy. High-value. Gone instantly.

From chicken feet to duck hearts and sardines, freeze-dried treats are perfect for:

• Training rewards

• Enrichment toys

• High-focus moments

• Dogs who suddenly have excellent hearing when treats appear

Because they’re freeze dried, they retain their natural flavour and nutrients, making them just as nutritious as they are exciting.

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Omega-3 Rich Fish Treats

Winter can be tough on skin and coats, especially for dogs prone to dryness or itchiness.

That’s where Omega-3 rich treats come in.

Options like freeze-dried sardines, green-lipped mussels, and salmon bellies are naturally rich in Omega-3 fatty acids, which help support:

• Skin health

• Coat condition

• Joint support

• Overall wellbeing

Plus, dogs go absolutely crazy for them.

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Natural Chews & Protein Treats

Some dogs don’t just want a quick snack,  they want a full chewing experience.

That’s where natural chews and protein treats come in.

Options like kangaroo chews, trotters and other natural protein-rich treats help:

• Keep dogs occupied for longer

• Support natural chewing instincts

• Provide mental stimulation during quieter Winter days

• Turn treat time into enrichment time

Longer-lasting chews can be especially useful in Winter, when less outdoor time often means extra indoor energy to burn.

And with simple, real ingredients and plenty of flavour, they’re the kind of treats dogs stay very committed to.

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A Little Reminder for the Snack Goblins

As much as your dog would happily eat treats for breakfast, lunch andddddd dinner… balance still matters. Treats are best kept as part of a balanced diet and should make up around 10% of your doggo’s daily intake.

A little moderation now = more treaties later. Everybody wins.

Because keeping your dog busy through Winter isn’t just good for them… it’s also great for your furniture.