Zeal Free Range Naturals Sheep Ears Pet Treats 125g

A sheep ear is cartilage and skin rather than muscle meat, and that's what gives this Zeal treat its distinctive chew, dense enough to occupy a dog for a while, with a crude protein figure of 69.6%. Sold as 100% New Zealand sheep ear (lamb) in a 125g pack, it sits between the soft fillets and the harder bone-in cuts in the range for texture. There's nothing else in the pouch, no colourings, flavours or preservatives, just the dried ear itself. It suits medium to large dogs looking for something to work on, though smaller breeds may find a whole ear more than they can manage in one sitting. PeekAPaw offers sheep ears as a single-ingredient chew for pet owners avoiding processed treats altogether.

Choosing the right treat

A whole ear can be a lot for a small dog to tackle, so it's worth breaking one down for smaller breeds rather than handing it over whole. Larger dogs that tend to gulp rather than chew should still be supervised, since cartilage can come away in bigger pieces than expected. Cats aren't usually given whole ears, as this is really a dog-focused chew, and older pets with dental problems are better suited to a softer Zeal treat.

Storage

Store the pouch in a cool, dry spot away from sunlight, keeping it zip-locked between uses. Once opened, keep the pouch sealed or move the remaining ears into an airtight container.

Ingredients

100% NZ Sheep Ears (Lamb)

Typical Analysis

Crude Protein (max) 69.6%
Crude Fat SBR (max) 23.6%
Moisture (min) 10.2%
Ash 1.9%
Crude Fibre (min) 0.5%