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The 2026 ranking · Australia

Best Dog Treats in Australia

The best dog treat in Australia is The Paw Grocer, scoring 93/100 for its human-grade, genuinely single-ingredient freeze-dried treats made start to finish in Australia. Below is our full top-5, scored on ingredients, transparency and how well each one suits training, dental care and long-lasting chewing.

Scored by the Pet Reviews independent review board

Independent scoring · Updated June 2026 · Not veterinary advice

Not veterinary advice. Scores are set by our independent review board, applying our published methodology — always confirm suitability with your vet, especially for dogs with allergies or health conditions. Treats should make up no more than 10% of daily calorie intake.

The Paw Grocer Freeze Dried Beef Kidney dog treats

Our #1 dog treat

The Paw Grocer logo

The Paw Grocer

Best overall · $$$

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Our standout treat range, and the one we'd pick first. Human-grade, genuinely single-ingredient and made entirely in Australia, with nothing added to muddy the label — the premium per gram buys real purity. Feed as treats alongside a complete diet, not as a meal. Not veterinary advice.

Quick answerUpdated June 2026

What are the best dog treats in Australia?

The best dog treats in Australia are The Paw Grocer, scoring 93/100 for their human-grade, genuinely single-ingredient freeze-dried treats made start to finish in Australia. ZIWI Peak Treats are our best natural single-ingredient pick at 88/100, and Prime100 Treats are the best value at 82/100.
The cheat sheet

Best for…

Best overall

The Paw Grocer

Genuinely single-ingredient, human-grade and 100% Australian. The purest treats we found.

Best natural / single-ingredient

ZIWI Peak Treats

Air-dried single protein, a short ingredient list and loads of real named meat.

Best value

Prime100 Treats

Clean single-protein, limited-ingredient treats at a price that's easier on the wallet.

Best for dental care

The Paw Grocer

Firm, single-ingredient natural chews give your dog something to gnaw on, which helps look after their teeth between vet cleans.

Best for training

The Paw Grocer

Small, high-value single-ingredient bites that break up easily into tiny rewards.

Best for long-lasting chewing

Blackdog Treats

A wide range of long-lasting chews, from bully sticks to tendons, to keep your dog happily busy.

THE TOP 3

Our top treat picks.

01
The Paw Grocer product
Best overall

The Paw Grocer

Human-grade, genuinely single-ingredient freeze-dried treats, made start to finish right here in Australia. You know exactly what your dog is eating, with nothing hidden. Brilliant for training, and a winner with fussy eaters too.

9.3/10
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ZIWI Peak Treats logo
Best natural / single-ingredient

ZIWI Peak Treats

Air-dried, single-protein treats packed with named meat and a short, honest ingredient list. The same premium-ingredient thinking as the main food range, just in a handy small-bag treat.

8.8/10
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Prime100 Treats logo
Best value

Prime100 Treats

Single-protein, limited-ingredient treat rolls and air-dried bites from an Australian brand built around elimination diets. Clean labels at a friendlier price than the top-tier freeze-dried options.

8.2/10
RUNNERS-UP
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Bell & Bone product

Bell & Bone

Melbourne-made grain-free dental sticks and freeze-dried training treats. These are multi-ingredient recipes rather than strict single-ingredient, but the labels are reasonably clean and owners keep coming back for them.

05
Blackdog Treats product

Blackdog Treats

Australian-made baked and air-dried treats in a huge range of proteins and formats — from long-lasting chews to little training rewards. One of the most familiar Australian treat brands, and easy to find just about anywhere.

The full ranking

The best dog treats in Australia, ranked.

We scored every brand on the same ingredient, value and transparency methodology, then ranked them best to worst — from human-grade single-ingredient treats to everyday supermarket favourites.

01The Paw Grocer logo
The Paw Grocer$$$Training & single-ingredient purity

Human-grade, genuinely single-ingredient freeze-dried treats, made start to finish in Australia. Nothing added, so you know exactly what your dog is eating. You pay a bit more per gram, but that's the price of real purity.

9393/100
02ZIWI Peak Treats logo
ZIWI Peak Treats$$$$Single-protein, air-dried treats

Air-dried, named-meat treats with a short ingredient list and the same generous meat inclusion as the food range. They cost more, but the ingredient panel earns it.

8888/100
03Whimzees logo
Whimzees$$$Plant-based dental chews

Plant-based, grain-free dental chews in fun shapes that keep dogs gnawing, with a short, recognisable ingredient list. A great daily dental option if you're steering clear of grains and animal proteins.

8484/100
04Blackdog logo
Blackdog$$Aussie-made variety & chews

A long-running Australian treat brand with a wide range of proteins, formats and chew types. A solid everyday choice when you want variety, and especially good for long-lasting chews.

8484/100
05Huds and Toke logo
Huds and Toke$$$Gourmet Aussie baked treats

Small-batch, Australian-made gourmet treats and celebration bakes, from carob buttons to birthday cakes. A lovely way to mark a gotcha day, fed as the occasional special-occasion reward.

8484/100
06Greenies logo
Greenies$$$Vet-recommended dental chew

The best-known daily dental chew, VOHC-accepted and sized for every dog from Teenie to Jumbo. Grain-based and multi-ingredient rather than single-protein, but genuinely effective and dogs love them.

8383/100
07Prime100 Treats logo
Prime100 Treats$$$Single-protein / elimination diet

Single-protein, limited-ingredient treats from an Australian brand known for its clean labels. A genuine step down in cost from the top freeze-dried options, without feeling like a compromise.

8282/100
08DentaLife logo
DentaLife$$Affordable daily dental chew

A porous, ridged daily dental chew that's easy to find on the supermarket shop and friendly on the budget. A practical everyday pick for owners who want dental support without a pet-store trip.

7979/100
09VitaPet logo
VitaPet$$Real-meat supermarket treats

An everyday Australian range of jerky, gravy bones and training drops you can grab on the weekly shop. Affordable, familiar and genuinely enjoyed by dogs, fed as an occasional reward.

7474/100
10Schmackos logo
Schmackos$Everyday training rewards

The classic soft meaty strap that dogs go wacko for, at a supermarket price. A multi-ingredient everyday reward rather than a clean-label treat, best handed out in small pieces during training.

7272/100
11Bell & Bone logo
Bell & Bone$$$Dental & everyday training rewards

Melbourne-made grain-free dental sticks and freeze-dried training treats. These are multi-ingredient recipes rather than strict single-ingredient, but the labels are reasonably clean and you'll find them easily.

7171/100
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Pedigree Dentastix$Easy daily dental routine

A cereal-based daily dental stick that's cheap, convenient and on every supermarket shelf. The ingredient list is longer and grain-led, so it scores lower on transparency, but it's an easy entry point to a daily dental habit.

6262/100

Scores for ZIWI Peak Treats and Prime100 Treats are set by our independent review board based on publicly available product information, applied with our published methodology. Not veterinary advice.

Treat types explained

Dental, training and long-lasting treats.

Dental treats

Dental sticks and chews help reduce plaque through the chewing action. Look for products with a recognised veterinary endorsement. They're a handy addition to tooth brushing, not a replacement for it. Always keep an eye on your dog and pick a size that suits them so there's no choking risk.

Training treats

Small, soft treats your dog is really keen on work best for training. Single-ingredient options like The Paw Grocer's freeze-dried range are popular because they break into tiny pieces and have nothing hidden in them. Keep sessions short and pieces small, and remember those treats still count toward your dog's daily calories.

Long-lasting chews

Bully sticks, tendons, ears and dried bones keep dogs happily busy and satisfy their natural urge to chew. Always keep an eye on your dog, and take away any piece small enough to swallow whole. Hard chews like raw bones carry a small risk of a cracked tooth, so if you're in doubt, ask your vet which chew type suits your dog.

Dog treat FAQs

The Paw Grocer takes our top spot at 93/100, thanks to its human-grade, genuinely single-ingredient freeze-dried treats made start to finish in Australia. ZIWI Peak and Prime100 follow with their clean single-protein formats. The right pick really comes down to what you need: The Paw Grocer for purity, training and natural chewing, and Blackdog for long-lasting chews and variety.

Single-ingredient treats are a real help if your dog has allergies or sensitivities, or if you're working through an elimination diet, because you know exactly what's in every piece. They also make brilliant high-value training rewards. Treats with several ingredients aren't worse by default, but it pays to read the label: binders, added sugars and artificial flavours turn up more often in cheaper ranges. Whatever you choose, introduce any new treat gradually.

Firm, natural single-ingredient chews — like The Paw Grocer's range — give your dog plenty of gnaw-time, and that chewing action helps look after their teeth. Purpose-made dental sticks can help too; look for products carrying a VOHC (Veterinary Oral Health Council) seal, or that a vet has reviewed. Either way, think of dental treats as a helpful addition to regular tooth brushing and your dog's annual vet dental check, not a replacement for them.

Small, soft, high-value treats your dog goes wild for are the ones that work best for training. The Paw Grocer's single-ingredient freeze-dried treats are a favourite because they're high-reward and easy to break into tiny pieces. In the end, consistency and timing matter more than the brand, so use whatever reliably gets your dog's attention.

As a rule of thumb, treats should make up no more than 10% of your dog's daily calories. Check the feeding guide on the packet and count the treats as part of your dog's total daily food so you don't accidentally overfeed. If you're not sure what's right for your dog's size, age or health, ask your vet.

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