Herring is a whitefish that hatches in fresh water but spends most of its life in oceans. Our herring is sustainably sourced from the mineral-rich, fertile waters of the Baltic Sea. In the FDA’s advisory list of the healthiest fish for consumption, herring always ranks in the top bracket. It is considered very low for the presence of mercury.
Herring is an extremely important dietary addition for carnivores because of its high levels of Essential Omega-3 fatty acids. Humans’, cats’, and dogs’ bodies lack the enzymes necessary to create Omega-3 fatty acids on our own, so since Omega-3 is vital to our health, we must consume foods rich in this nutrient to survive.
The Essential Omega-3 fatty acids found in herring assist heart function, promotes healthy skin/hair/fur, enhance fetal brain development and adult brain functioning, improves insulin sensitivity, aids eye and retina health, helps prevent anemia and contains vitamin B 12, Vitamin D, the hard-to-find mineral selenium and iron. Essential? Absolutely!
In addition, herrings are rich in Omega-11 fatty acid, the little known but full of possibilities Cetoleic Acid. Recent research has shown that Cetoleic Acid appears to boost the efficiency of Omega-3’s powerful benefits, making it a useful component in our pets and our own diets. If you want the benefits of a convenient, powerful source of Essential Omega-3 fatty acids in your pet’s diet, herring is a healthy choice.
For optimal nutritional value, we freeze-dry the whole herring, giving your pet the added benefits of consumable bones, organs, eyes, etc., making them a perfect part of a whole prey diet. Herrings’ size is approximately 5”, offering a satisfying-sized treat for most dogs. Smaller dogs and cats may need them broken into more easily consumable pieces, but this is easily done. The gently crisp texture, rich aroma and unique herring flavor are very tempting to most pets.