About Smiling Dog

At Smiling Dog, we believe a happy dog starts with a natural treat — and nothing makes tails wag faster than something delicious, wholesome, and made with love.

With recipes created by Dr. Chris Bessent, a holistic veterinarian with 30+ years of experience and a passion for clean, natural ingredients. She set out to create treats that dogs drool over and humans feel great about giving.

Our treats are made with real, simple ingredients you can pronounce — no fillers, no junk, just tail-wagging goodness in every bite. Whether you're training, rewarding, or just showing some love, Smiling Dog Treats are made to bring joy to your pup (and peace of mind to you).

Because every dog deserves to smile.

Better Ingredients. Healthier Treats. Happier Wallets.

Smiling Dog is a response to a crowded market of sub-par treats, made for those who just want the best whole food treats without the premium price tag.

Why Choose Smiling Dog?

Because Great Treats Are Every Dog's Right, and Fair Costs Are Yours

✔️ 100% US-sourced, real ingredients - no fillers or artificial junk

✔️ A variety of flavors in air-dried, freeze-dried or topper options

✔️ Veterinary recipes rather than mystery manufacturers

✔️ Small batches made in Wisconsin instead of outsourcing

Only in Small Batches. Only in Wisconsin.

  • Top-Quality Ingredients

    Our wild-caught fish, butcher meats, and restaurant-quality produce is carefully sourced from the US, always.

  • Veterinary Expertise

    Recipes developed by Dr. Chris Bessent, a holistic veterinarian with 30+ years of experience.

  • Better Nutrition, Any Way You Treat It

    Every pet deserves quality protein in their diet. No matter which treat you pick, your pup thrives.

  • Exceptional Standards

    Crafted in a veterinarian-owned, cGMP-certified facility. Made in small batches in Wisconsin. Always with the highest safety and quality standards.

1 4

Whats In it?

Real Proteins

We only use clean proteins from the states in our treats: beef from Wisconsin, duck from Indiana, Salmon from Alaska... It's important to us that our ingredients are fresh. We use meats that are USDA-inspected, and always keeps a close eye on the quality of ingredients that come through our doors.

Whats in it?

Whole Produce

Sourced from restaurant-grade suppliers in the US, our fruits and veggies are a small but essential part of our treat recipes, made with whole foods to ensure the highest quality and nutrition.

Whats in it?

Freeze-Dried Cheese

Made to human-grade standards using locally sourced Wisconsin ingredients, they contain no additives, GMOs, inactive ingredients, or binders—just pure, single-ingredient snacks made with your four-legger in mind.

FAQs

Why freeze-dried raw dog treats?

Freeze-drying is hands down the best method for preserving vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants in raw ingredients. So much so that it’s considered the closest thing to a fresh food diet next to just eating a balanced raw diet. Your dog gets every benefit whole foods offer - tastes, smells, and nutrients included. 

What’s the shelf life of Smiling Dog Treats?

All of our recipes have a shelf life of three years. Store the seasoning in a cool, dry place for optimal freshness. Once the seasoning is opened, use it within 6-8 weeks. It is important to note that because our products are freeze-dried, moisture can affect the shelf life. If you live in a hot, humid environment, the product may be exposed to more moisture and shorten shelf life. To prevent that, reseal the product properly after every use and store it in the fridge.

Don’t raw ingredients carry harmful bacteria?

You, your dog, and yes, raw ingredients all have bacteria, good and bad. It’s just a fact of life. But there’s zero possibility freeze-dried raw pet foods will. Within the US, no shelf-stable pet food is allowed to contain bacteria–a requirement to keep both humans and pets safe. That is one of the many many benefits of feeding freeze-dried raw pet food.

How do I feed Kibble Seasoning?

Sprinkle generously, add warm water and stir for a meal that tastes more like a delicious treat!

How many treats come in a bag?

The number of treats varies by bag because they’re packaged by weight but we can personally attest that our Cheese Treats have 500 treats per bag. We've counted each and every one.