Zeal Spare Ribs (500gr)
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An excellent chew containing plenty of meat and red bone marrow, soft bones from very young calves. One of our best-selling products!
- Gluten-free • Low in allergens
- Rich in protein • Low in fat
- Source of animal protein: Veal / Beef from free-range pastures
- Made in New Zealand
Recommended for: Dogs at all life stages
Contains no vaccines, no steroids (HGP), no colorants, no preservatives, no additives
ZEAL® 100% Pure Natural Rewards are healthy, reliable, and traceable. We offer 21 delicious types of rewards to choose from, 6 of which are also loved by cats. Our rewards are handcrafted in our Auckland factory from New Zealand free-range meats and wild-caught seafood. No colors, flavors, additives, or preservatives are used in the manufacturing process. Treat your pet to a delicious and healthy source of nutrients.
What types of rewards are suitable for your dog or cat's breed, size, and age?
We recommend that your pet consumes rewards under supervision, especially when trying a new reward. Many dogs tend to consume the reward without chewing, so they should be monitored regardless of size and age to ensure they can handle it without choking incidents. Cats usually chew the reward without attempting to consume it in seconds. Small dogs may find leg bones and similar items a bit large, and large dogs may try to swallow medium-sized hard rewards without chewing, while older pets with dental Disorders need softer chews, so it's about assessing your pet's size and eating behaviors.
Storage: Keep in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Keep the product in a sealed bag to maintain freshness. If you buy large bags, keep the unused product in an airtight container to maintain freshness and cleanliness.
Ingredients and Analysis
Ingredients: Natural dried veal ribs from New Zealand
Typical Analysis:
- Protein 58.0 g / 100 g
- Fat 8.6 g / 100 g
- Moisture 8.8 g / 100 g
- Ash 22.6 g / 100 g
- Fiber 2.0 g / 100 g
Benefits
Oral and dental health for pets is very important. They cannot tell us when they are in pain, so regularly checking their gums and teeth is crucial. Chewing on Zeal® rewards helps remove plaque and tartar. It's also good to clean your pet's teeth regularly!
Rewards for use in training sessions: Rewards are a useful tool in the training process as they help keep your pet focused on you and the learning process, regardless of age. For training purposes, rewards should be small and easy to swallow, not requiring much chewing so you can reward behaviors quickly and often. Ideal training rewards are relatively soft and pea-sized. Pets don't care much about the size of the reward, but the quantity impresses them. Larger rewards are more suitable for rewarding good behavior, like large pieces, where your pet needs to stop, chew, and take time to consume them.
How to use dog rewards effectively: The most effective way to use rewards is to reinforce a calm and submissive state. Do not use rewards to reward an excited or hyperactive mental state. Always let your pet sniff the reward first, but lift it away from them and wait. Remember that pets, especially dogs, can smell from over 5 meters away, so you don't need to place the reward under their noses. Once they smell the Scent, dogs may initially jump and bounce on you. If this happens, show your dissatisfaction through your appearance and body language, as your patience as an owner will pay off with a well-behaved pet. They will understand that a calm demeanor achieves results, and they will sit and wait while looking at you with quiet anticipation. In the moment of calm, give them the reward. Do not use rewards to reinforce an excited pet, but to reinforce the calm and submissive state.
Feeding Guidelines
Do not overuse rewards ~ Although it may be tempting when your pet begs for more, do not be too generous and keep rewards under control. Rewards are meant to complement your pet's diet. As with us, excessive rewards can lead to weight gain, and they will affect the balance of your pet's diet, which should be complete and balanced to maintain their health. Rewards should not exceed 10% of the daily required calories for your pet, so reduce regular meal portions to avoid weight gain, considering what has been consumed from rewards during training sessions in the day. This also applies to rewards given as general rewards for good behavior. If you do not, your pet will slowly gain weight, and the extra kilograms above the ideal weight will be harmful to your pet's health.
Reward Wisdom ~ We always recommend that your pet consumes rewards under supervision, especially when trying a new reward. Some dogs (uncommon in cats) are overly enthusiastic when it comes to tasty treats and may not chew properly, leading to a potential choking hazard.
When to give your pet rewards ~ Between meals is the ideal time to give rewards, not directly before or after a meal. Choose a reward your pet will enjoy. If you are using rewards as a training tool, your reward will not work well after your pet has had a full meal.