Shades of Gray Indigenous Pet Treats
Shades of Gray Venison Strips | Venison Dog Treats for Training
Shades of Gray Venison Strips | Venison Dog Treats for Training
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Venison Dog Treats: Single-Ingredient Venison Strips for Training
Quick answer: Shades of Gray Venison Strips are single-ingredient venison dog treats made from 100% Canadian venison, farmed in Canada and federally inspected. They're gently dehydrated into thin strips that break easily for training. Venison is a lean novel protein, so it suits dogs with sensitive stomachs or food allergies.
Quick Facts
- Ingredient: 100% Canadian venison, nothing added
- Best for: Training, sensitive stomachs, food allergies, dogs watching their weight
- Texture: Thin strips that break easily into small pieces
- Process: Gently dehydrated, not raw
- For: Dogs and cats
- Made: In small batches on Alderville First Nation, Ontario, by an Indigenous-owned family business
Looking for a training treat that breaks easily, that your dog will actually work for, and that won't upset their stomach? Our Venison Strips are single-ingredient venison dog treats: 100% Canadian venison, gently dehydrated into thin strips, with nothing else added.
Our venison is farmed in Canada and federally inspected. Every batch is made in small amounts at our facility on Alderville First Nation, rooted in Indigenous respect for the whole animal.
Sound Familiar?
- "My dog has a sensitive tummy, and most treats don't agree with them." One ingredient, nothing else. A customer with a sensitive dog told us these fit the bill.
- "I need training treats that break up easily." These strips break into tiny pieces in your hand.
- "My dog ignores me unless the treat is really good." Venison is rich and high value for most dogs.
- "I have two dogs and go through treats fast." One clean treat that works for both.
Why Pet Parents Choose Our Venison Dog Treats
- Single Ingredient, Nothing to Hide: 100% venison, dehydrated. No fillers, gluten, preservatives, or additives.
- Breaks Easily for Training: Thin strips snap into small pieces, so you can reward often.
- Novel Protein: Venison is a protein most dogs haven't eaten before, which makes it a smart choice for food allergies.
- Naturally Lean: A lean red meat that suits dogs watching their weight.
- Naturally Rich in Iron, Zinc, and B12: Venison is a nutrient-dense meat.
- Farmed in Canada: Our venison is farmed in Canada and federally inspected.
- Made on Alderville First Nation: Small batches made at our facility, rooted in Indigenous respect for the whole animal.
- Resealable Bag: Keeps strips fresh between training sessions.
Perfect For
✔ Training, obedience, and recall work
✔ Dogs with sensitive stomachs or food allergies
✔ Multi-dog households
✔ Dogs watching their weight
✔ Limited-ingredient and whole-food diets
✔ Pet parents looking for Indigenous-owned, Canadian-made treats
Training a lot? Get Venison Strips with Rabbit Strips and two meal toppers in our Training & Wellness Pack. Buying in bulk? Try the Venison Strips Eco Refill.
Feeding Instructions
Feed as a snack or reward throughout the day. Break strips into small pieces for training, small dogs, and cats. Treats should make up no more than 10% of your pet's daily food. Always have fresh water available.
Guaranteed Analysis
Protein: 50% | Fat: 9% | Fibre: 3% | Moisture: 8%
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place and reseal the bag after opening. No refrigeration needed.
Venison Strips FAQ
Q: What are the best training treats for dogs with sensitive stomachs?
A: Look for single-ingredient treats made from a novel protein that break into small pieces. Our Venison Strips are 100% venison with nothing added, and they break easily for training.
Q: Are Venison Strips good for training?
A: Yes. They break easily into small pieces, and venison is high value for most dogs.
Q: Are venison dog treats good for dogs with allergies?
A: Venison is a novel protein for most dogs, and with only one ingredient there's nothing hidden to react to. If your dog has a known allergy, check with your vet first.
Q: Are these treats 100% single-ingredient?
A: Yes. Venison Strips are 100% venison with no fillers, gluten, preservatives, or additives.
Q: What's the difference between Venison Strips and Venison Rolls?
A: Both are 100% venison. Strips are thin and break easily, which makes them best for training. Venison Rolls are firmer and better as a whole reward.
Q: Are these treats raw or cooked?
A: They're gently dehydrated, not raw. Dehydrating keeps the natural flavour and nutrients while making the strips shelf-stable.
Q: Where does your venison come from?
A: Our venison is farmed in Canada and federally inspected.
Q: Can I subscribe?
A: Yes. Choose Subscribe and Save at checkout for delivery every month or every two months at a discount. You can skip or cancel anytime.
Q: Can I feed Venison Strips as a meal?
A: They're a treat, not a complete diet. For meal replacement, talk to your vet so your pet's full nutritional needs are met.
Q: Where are Shades of Gray treats made?
A: All Shades of Gray treats are made in Canada by our Indigenous-owned family business, at our facility on Alderville First Nation in Ontario, using federally inspected meat.
My dog absolutely loves these! He has a sensitive tummy so we feed him ’one ingredient’ treats. These fit the bill!
Breaks up very easily to use for training
I have 2 dogs and they love all the treats I purchased, I like the fact they are only 1 ingredient. Looking forward to the next order and so are my dogs
My pup Donnelly loved them. They were used while I was doing training with her. Kept her focus! Would definitely order again!
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My dog Elise is a very picky eater. It usually takes her a while to warm to new foods / snacks. She loves the venison strips! Would highly recommend and I am eager to try some of the other treats as well!
My dog absolutely loves these! He has a sensitive tummy so we feed him ’one ingredient’ treats. These fit the bill!
Breaks up very easily to use for training
Our little dog loves the elk sticks.
Thank you.
I have 2 dogs and they love all the treats I purchased, I like the fact they are only 1 ingredient. Looking forward to the next order and so are my dogs
Maverick loves the venison strips!
My male dog Reilly is a 7 month old Cavalier King Charles Spaniel who loves the Venison Treats that he receives as a treat for good behavior on his walks and training sessions
Charlie loves them. We even break one up for topper
I have 2 small dogs and they absolutely love these treats. Shades of Gray are the only treats I feed my dogs now.
My pup Donnelly loved them. They were used while I was doing training with her. Kept her focus! Would definitely order again!
My Charlie loves them
Our dogs work hard for these treats!
My dog loves these (and so do his neighborhood pals). They're easy to break into small pieces for training sessions and hikes, and they're not crumbly. I love to use these in his food ball with indigenous strips, bison liver, and freeze-dried rabbit.
Perfect treats and training reward. Whole for extra good or breaks easily.
Odie really loved this treat. It's wholesome and has a great crunch.
Put puppy loves these!!
There again I have to limit my pup to one a night. Yes they are expencive. Compared to other treats = But well worth the money. I will continue to buy them as long as I can afford them. 😀❤️🐕
These treats are great! You can easily break them into smaller pieces for training, or keep them large if you need a good bribe. It works to get my Malamute back inside, which is not an easy feat!
My dog is very allergic. He can have venison and loves these treats.
My dog loves these, does a little happy dance when he gets them
Fantastic product! My pets (dog and cats) LOVE them and it’s great to know that this product is supporting a wonderful business!!