Freeze-Dried Sardine Heads: Crunchy Fish Treats for Dogs & Cats

These are fish heads for dogs and cats: whole sardine heads, freeze-dried, with the bones and the eyes still in them. They look back at you. Sardine heads are the only ingredient, and we add nothing.

What you get for putting up with the stare is crunch and smell. We score the heads 4 of 5 for crunch, and the aroma makes them a pick for training sessions. No two heads match.

What a bag of heads holds

One size, a 2 ounce bag. Inside are whole heads. We also sell the whole sardine. This bag is only the front of the fish.

Sardine dog treats for a session or a bowl

Use a head as a crunchy reward when you train. Our scorecard puts training value at 3 of 5, so call it a solid reward and not our top one. For the bowl, crumble a head over kibble or a raw meal as a topper. The listing covers adult dogs of all sizes, and cats get the same bag.

We freeze-dry the heads in small batches. They are made and shipped by Sniff and Shift in Malvern, Pennsylvania. A recurring order is managed on our subscription page, and the rest of the lineup is in the freeze-dried treat collection.

Guaranteed analysis

As printed on the package label:

• Crude Protein (min): 52%
• Crude Fat (min): 13%
• Crude Fiber (max): 5%
• Moisture (max): 14%
• Metabolizable Energy: 3,347 kcal ME/kg (approximately 94.9 kcal/oz)

Feeding and storage

Feed as a treat or topper. Not intended as a complete diet. Provide fresh water at all times and supervise while feeding. This is raw fish, so wash your hands after handling it. Keep the bag in a cool, dry place and reseal it after every opening.

Questions

Can dogs eat fish heads?

These are sold to be eaten as they are: head, bones and eyes. The label says to supervise while feeding, and that is what we do with any whole fish part. If you are unsure about your own dog and fish bones, ask your veterinarian.

Do the heads really have eyes?

Yes. They are whole heads, bones and eyes included. We would rather you read it here than find out at the mailbox.

Are these fish treats for dogs only, or can cats have them?

Both. They ship for dogs and cats. A cat can take a head as it is or have one crumbled over food.

How big is each piece?

It depends on the sardine. Size and shape vary naturally, so one 2 ounce bag holds a mix of larger and smaller heads.

Shipping options and estimated delivery times are shown at checkout. Products may ship separately when an order contains items from multiple suppliers.

Returns are accepted according to our posted return policy. Items must meet the stated eligibility and condition requirements.