Honey Oat Sticks

For a long time now I have wanted to go back to the basics and let you know about the benefits of the  ingredients and flavors that we have chosen for our treats. This is something that we would like to do for each treat, and we're starting with....

The Honey Oat Stick 

This was the first treat we ever made. You could say that it's success with Jakks really fueled the fire to experiment with other flavors to create the treat line-up that is now "Jakks in a Box"

The base of this treat is whole wheat flour, organic fat free milk and an organic range free egg. The milk and egg quality speak for themselves, and there are benefits to the whole wheat flour too! Whole wheat uses the whole grain and contains bran and wheat germ which is a great source of minerals, B vitamins, phytochemicals to enhance the immune system. The whole grains can also promote healthier cardiovascular systems and reduced risks of cancer and diabetes.
Our pups don't have a problem with gluten, but if yours does, we would love to make this flavor for you using something gluten free!

Now to the ingredients that make this treat special! Honey and Oats!

Honey is known for being a source of flavinoids and believed to contain anti-cancer properties. It has vitamin B6, B12, C, D, E, folic acid, calcium, copper, iron, magnesium and manganese. "Honey is a good source of anti-oxidants and the live enzymes found in it make it antibacterial, antimicrobial, antiseptic and antifungal.
If you're concerned about the sugar content of honey, rest assured knowing that it is an easily digested and gradually broken down form of natural sugar unlike processed sugar. As a result, the addition of honey to a dog's day can help increase healthy levels of energy and can even energize older dogs. Honey is also an excellent digestive aid since it contains live enzymes and amylase. Amylase is an enzyme which facilitates the proper digestion of carbohydrates. Honey is also very soothing for the digestive system and can also help tonify the body."


We knew that oats are healthy for humans and pets, but even we were surprised just HOW good they were! Simply put, oats are nutritious, being naturally high in "good" nutrients and low in "bad" ones. Oats are high in protein, soluble fiber (keeps cholesterol down), iron, zinc and B vitamins. Oats are low in gluten and GMOs. "Oats are considered a nervine, an herbal compound that acts as a general nerve tonic, calming the nerves when necessary, stimulating their activity when needed. Oats are used for treating a variety of nervous disorders. Oats benefit several body organs and systems, including: skin, nervous system, stomach, spleen, lungs, and the urinary and reproductive systems." Best of all, oats act as a digestive aid to calm the intestinal tract!

Wow!

 We are so pleased to offer you a treat that has such great ingredients! Do you have any in stock to give to your pups? Order a bag today! www.jakksinabox@gmail.com

Sources for this ingredient knowledge:
Angel. "The Health Benefits of Raw Honey for Dogs. (Environmental Allergies in Dogs)" K9 Instinct. N.p., 12 Mar. 2013. Web. 29 June 2013.
Kidd, Randy, DVM, PhD. "Benefits of Oats for Dogs and Cats." Pet360. Petstyle, n.d. Web. 29 June 2013.
"Tail Waggins Bakery Ingredients." Tail Waggins Bakery Ingredients. N.p., n.d. Web. 29 June 2013.