Freeze-Dried vs Dehydrated Pet Treats: What’s the Difference?
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We get asked this all the time:
“Aren’t freeze-dried and dehydrated treats basically the same thing?”
Short answer: nope. Long answer: freeze-dried wins every time.
Let’s break it down:
🧊 What Is Freeze-Dried?
Freeze-drying is a method that removes moisture from food at extremely low temperatures. It preserves:
- Nutrients
- Flavor
- Texture
...without needing any added preservatives, salt, or junk.
At Butcher’s Bounty, we freeze-dry our chicken, beef, fish, and more in small batches to lock in maximum nutrition and freshness.
🔥 What Is Dehydrated?
Dehydrated treats are heated slowly over time to remove moisture. Sounds fine, but the heat:
- Destroys some natural nutrients (especially in organ meat)
- Changes texture and flavor
- Often requires additives or oils to preserve shelf life
It’s better than baked biscuits—but still not the best.
✅ Why Freeze-Dried Is Better
- More nutrition — because heat isn’t involved
- Longer shelf life — without added preservatives
- Smells and tastes better to pets (don’t take our word for it—watch your dog lose its mind)
- Rehydrates easily if your pet prefers soft treats or food toppers
🐶 So What Should You Choose?
If your goal is giving your pet something that’s:
- Closer to raw
- Safer to store
- And made with just one ingredient...
Freeze-dried is the clear winner.
🔗 Want to Try It?
Start with our #1 best-seller:
👉 Freeze-Dried Chicken Breast
It’s 100% chicken breast—nothing else. No fillers. No fake stuff. And if you live in Mishawaka, South Bend, or Granger? We’ll deliver it same-day.