Canine Carry-Outs Dog Treat Review: By Mr. Houla

Mr. Houla received a bag of Canine Carry-Outs this past weekend and his final review of the treat is 2 out of 4 paws and a wagging tail. Which translates to so-so, and definitely perfers the homemade all natural treats. Here is what went down with Mr. Houla and his reactions.

When I was visiting Mr. Houla and his family I purchased these treats for him on whim at Walmart. Because he had eaten all his homemade snacks (recipes listed below) and I really did not have the time to whip up a batch of treats for him. He patiently sat there waiting as I opened the bag to give him one. Instead of grabbing it and eating it immediately he first looked at it, sniffed it in my hand and then paw*sed (paused) before gingerly taking it. He then carried it over across the floor and dropped it and sniffed it more. Then he started to eat it and he spit it out. He looked at me with a look of "what in world is this?" I went over and crumbled it up thinking maybe the slick texture of the raw steak like piece was unappealing. By crumbling it up he then ate it. Five minutes later, up it came, thankfully on the kitchen tile and not the carpet. Otherwise, I world have been in BIG trouble for giving him such a nasty treat! And of course I would be cleaning the carpet.

A few days later, I phoned Mr. Houla's human mom, and asked if she would test the treat again before I added his final review. Again, he was not too thrilled with the treat. But, finally did eat it and without further vomiting. Thank God! He is a dog though and they mostly will eat anything ... most of the time. After this final try of the Canine Carry Outs his final review is: So-So. In his own words, that I have received from him through psychic communication! "Maybe, if it is the last available treat and I have not eaten in a day or so...but really, next time, don't bother carrying home any Canine Carry Out Treats for me." Speak to my tail-end 'cause I am walking away now!

By the way, after some research on Canine Carry Outs, I saw many reviews that many dogs, especially, bigger dogs love this treat. However, it is not the best healthy treat and would be likened to us humans eating chips or french fries! Be wise if your dog does love this treat and give it sparingly. Just as we don't eat junk food everyday neither should our pets.

Any treat or dog food you decide to give your dog should NOT include these top 3 HORRIBLE ingredients: Corn, Wheat or Soy. Actually, these ingredients are bad for cats too and should not be fed to either of you fur babies. These ingredients can cause a multitude of bad conditions in pets such as: bad breath, blindness, cancer, cushing disease, dental disease, early pet death, hot spots on skin, seizures, weight gain... to name a few. Please research your cat and dog food and snacks always to make sure you are feeding them healthy things. Also, stay away from foods that say they have meat-by-products in the ingredient's..eeww yuck! Just look it up and see for yourself.

Canine Carry Outs
Final Review and Rating: 2 Paws

out of a possible best of 4 paws (and a wagging tail)

Canine Carry Outs come in a variety of flavors and are found at your local pet stores and in pet food/treat aisle of grocery stores. And although they are not a favorite for Mr. Houla, many, many other dogs love them and eat them often.

Welcome to Dog Toys and Treats Review

This is Pierre. 60lbs of pure love! He is part Australian Red Heeler mixed with English Springer Spaniel. He is the host and star of the blog.

This is Daisy. She is Pierre's litter mate so see above for age and breed! She will be joining Pierre and others periodically for dog toy and treat reviews.

Mr. Houla. A Catahoula Hound dog who is about 1 year old. He too will be a guest reviewer.

This is Angel. She is a Pomeranian who is about 10 years old. She will be giving the senior dog point of view on the blog.

Welcome to our doggy toy and treat review site. I decided upon having this blog when I noticed for the millionth time (exaggeration of course but often) I was in a pet store advising doggy mom's and dad's on toys and treats for their furry friends based on Pierre's reaction.

Pierre is my dog, a mixed breed of AKC registered Australian Red Heeler (his mom) and English Springer Spaniel (his dad) who of course ran off after he got what he wanted on his first date. A family member of mine owned his mother and a total of 9 puppies were in the litter! We kept 3 puppies in the family and adopted out the remainder to loving homes. Pierre is about to turn 7 years old and he has tried almost every toy and lots of treats, all natural, sort of natural and not so natural! Homemade treats too. He has destroyed in minutes toys that claim that they are indestructible and he has turned his nose up at various treats, dog food and toys, while really liking others.

So hopefully to be of some help to other dog owners in choosing toys and treats for their dogs based on my experience this blog is born. Pierre also has some friends and family members that will join us for testing of products.

We will rate the products by showing 1-4 paws up with 1 paw being bad to 4 paws being the best. Pierre always rolls over on his back with all four paws in the air while holding/chewing his latest ball, bone or toy which indicates he LOVES it!
Warm Regards,

Cheri