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What are the benefits of training with natural treats?

Oct 15, 2026

What are the benefits of training with natural treats?
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Quick answer

Yes, natural training treats are one of the best ways to train your dog. Small, tasty, high-value rewards keep your dog focused and motivated, and natural ingredients avoid the fillers and additives found in many processed treats.

Our Mini Training Bones are soft, about 1cm long and around 1g each, so you can reward often without overfeeding. Reward straight after the behaviour you want, count treats into the daily food allowance and keep fresh water available.

Should I Train My Dog with Natural Training Treats?

The simple answer is yes

Training is one of the most important parts of building a strong, trusting relationship with your dog, and the right reward makes a big difference. High-quality natural training treats support positive reinforcement by keeping your dog focused, motivated and eager to learn.

Made from 100% natural ingredients, our treats are a healthier alternative to highly processed options. They support good digestion and clean nutrition, and help keep your dog alert, engaged and responsive during training, which is essential for steady progress.

Dog being rewarded with a Fidelis training treat

Bottom line: a small, natural, high-value reward keeps training positive and helps your dog learn faster, without loading them up with fillers or extra calories.

How Big Are They and How Do You Use Them?

Our Mini Training Bones are slightly soft, so they're quick to eat and won't interrupt a training session. Feed them whole or break them in half depending on your dog's size or the level of reward you need.

Fidelis Mini Training Bones at a glance
Detail Mini Training Bones
Size Around 1cm long
Weight Around 1g per treat
100g pack Roughly 100 pieces
1kg resealable bucket Roughly 1,000 pieces
Texture Slightly soft; easy to break in half
Recipes Single-protein options, plus recipes with added superfoods

As a natural product, size and count can vary slightly from bag to bag.

Getting the Most from Every Reward

  • Reward straight away. Give the treat the moment your dog does what you asked, so they link the action with the reward.
  • Reward little and often. Small, soft treats let you reward frequently without slowing the session down.
  • Match the reward to the task. Use half a treat for easy wins and a whole one for harder work like recall.

Why Choose Fidelis Training Treats?

Choosing natural training treats means you're encouraging better behaviour while supporting your dog's health and concentration too.

  • 100% natural

    No artificial additives, fillers or preservatives, just real ingredients.

  • Single-protein recipes

    Simple, clean recipes that suit dogs with sensitivities.

  • Gently air-dried

    Slow, low-temperature drying keeps natural nutrients and flavour.

  • Made for training

    Soft, bite-sized and easy to break, so you can reward often.

  • High in natural protein to support energy, muscle and overall vitality
  • Highly palatable, keeping your dog engaged and motivated

Our minimal processing advantage: unlike many standard training treats, ours are never extruded and contain no fillers or artificial preservatives. Low-temperature drying protects the natural vitamins and minerals in each ingredient, giving a softer texture that's ideal for training while still being a wholesome reward.

How We Make Our Training Treats

Every treat goes through the same simple, careful three-step process:

Raw chicken with blueberries and cranberries ready for preparation Training treats shaped and ready for air-drying Superfood Chicken Mini Training Bones with blueberries and cranberries
  1. Sourcing and preparation

    We source ingredients from trusted, human-grade suppliers across Europe, with full traceability. Each ingredient is trimmed, cleaned and hand-checked, and our fruit and vegetables are freshly prepared with the same care to keep their natural goodness.

  2. Shaping and air-drying

    Ingredients are finely minced and shaped with custom plates, without extrusion, for consistent training rewards. Each piece is checked and then gently air-dried at low temperatures for up to 20 hours to keep its nutrients, texture and flavour.

  3. Inspection and packing

    Every piece is hand-inspected, and any that don't meet our standards are donated to a local dog charity. The rest are weight-checked, packed into kraft paper bags or buckets, dated and sent to our warehouse ready for your order.

Fidelis Mini Training Bones

"Good little treats"

"My dog likes these and I carry a few with me on our walk as a reward for good recalls. They are very small so don't fill her up, and they don't seem to make a mess in your pocket."

5/5 · Liz Warrington, customer review

Real Training Treats: The Fidelis Difference

Our training treats are made with one clear purpose: to make training easier, more effective and better for your dog's health. The range suits dogs of all sizes, ages and dietary needs, including single-protein treats that are ideal for sensitive dogs.

Careful preparation and gentle air-drying give treats that are highly palatable and easy to digest, never bulked out with fillers or artificial additives. Whether you're working on basic commands, recall or more advanced training, a consistent, high-value reward helps your dog stay focused and responsive.

Because we use real ingredients, each treat may vary slightly in shape, size or colour. That's a sign of quality, not inconsistency, and the natural variety helps keep your dog excited for every reward.

How to Feed Training Treats Safely

Training treats are a great way to reward good behaviour, but they should always be part of a balanced diet. Keep these steps in mind:

  1. Count them into the daily allowance

    Factor treats into your dog's daily food intake and reduce main meals slightly on busy training days to avoid overfeeding.

  2. Size the reward to your dog

    Feed whole or break into smaller pieces depending on your dog's size and how often you're rewarding. Some dogs do best with small, frequent rewards.

  3. Introduce new treats gradually

    If your dog has a sensitive stomach, start slowly and watch how they respond, and keep an eye on them whenever you try a new treat.

  4. Keep water available

    Make sure your dog has access to fresh drinking water at all times.

The Real Benefits of Fidelis Training Treats

Owners who choose Fidelis Training Bones often notice a real difference in their dog's focus, behaviour and engagement, both in training and on everyday walks.

Natural, high-value rewards make dogs more motivated to listen and respond, so commands stick faster and small wins turn into steady progress. Clear, consistent rewards also build confidence and trust, making training more enjoyable for both of you.

"These are my dog's favourite!"

"We used to buy the 100g pack of Rabbit Training Bones but recently upgraded to the 1kg bucket as it's a huge saving. So great to see a brand not hiding fillers in their treats. These are 95% pure rabbit, which is exactly what we wanted."

5/5 · Francesca, customer review

Training Treat FAQs

Should I use natural treats to train my dog?

Yes. Natural training treats make great high-value rewards for positive reinforcement training. They keep your dog focused and motivated, and avoid the fillers and artificial additives found in many processed treats.

How big are Fidelis Mini Training Bones?

Each Mini Training Bone is around 1cm long and weighs about 1g. That works out at roughly 100 pieces in a 100g pack and around 1,000 pieces in a 1kg bucket, though natural treats can vary slightly.

Can I break the training treats into smaller pieces?

Yes. Our Mini Training Bones are slightly soft and easy to break in half, so you can adjust the reward to your dog's size or how often you're rewarding.

How many training treats can I give my dog a day?

It depends on your dog's size and how much training you're doing. Count treats as part of your dog's daily food intake and reduce main meals slightly on busy training days to avoid overfeeding.

Are Fidelis training treats suitable for sensitive dogs?

Our range includes single-protein recipes and novel proteins such as horse, which can suit dogs with sensitivities. Introduce any new treat gradually and watch how your dog responds.

Are Fidelis training treats extruded?

No. Our training treats are never extruded. Ingredients are minced, shaped with custom plates and gently air-dried at low temperatures for up to 20 hours to keep their natural nutrients and flavour.

When should I give my dog a training treat?

Give the treat immediately after your dog does what you asked. Good timing helps your dog clearly link the behaviour with the reward, which makes training faster and more effective.

Final Thoughts

The right reward makes training easier for both of you. Small, soft, natural treats keep your dog focused and motivated without the fillers, so every session ends on a high.

Find your dog's favourite flavour in our full training treats range.

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