Castor & Pollux Organix Organic Dog Cookies

October 28, 2011 12:31 am | By Zootoo Editor Flinn D.

As you can probably tell from the name, Castor & Pollux Organix Organic Dog Cookies are, above all else, organic. Every single listed ingredient, starting with the chicken has the word “organic” in front of it and if that isn’t enough for you, there is a “Certified Organic” seal.

If your dog is anything like our canine reviewer, he will love the meaty taste and chewy texture of Organix Organic Dog Cookies. Watching him rip through the perfectly sized bites reminded me of myself biting into a fresh bag of cookies when I was a kid.

The one drawback to buying organic pet treats is that they have a short shelf life, and this product is no exception. Because it is preservative free it stays fresh for about five days after you open it, meaning that if you want to get through the whole package you will have to give your dog three or four treats a day. Personally, I’m not a proponent of “treating” dogs more than twice a day. After all, a treat isn’t a treat unless it’s a little special. Unfortunately, this usually means letting some of the organic treats go stale.

But this small problem aside, I think the folks at Castor and Pollux have done a fantastic job of crafting a delicious treat out of 100% natural ingredients and I wish more pet food manufacturers would “go organic.” It’s a choice that’s better for the planet — and better for your dog.

Pros: Completely organic and natural; pooches love the flavor.

Cons: Lack of preservatives means treats may go stale before your pooch can finish the bag.