No

FELINE GREENIES^™ Dental Treats do not contain any added sucrose, corn syrup, glucose or fructose. However, the total complex carbohydrate content of FELINE GREENIES^™ Treats are about 30% which is predominately starch.

FELINE GREENIES^™ Dental Treats are not tested for GMO’s and we do not make a claim for GMO free.

No, FELINE GREENIES^™ Dental Treats are not organic.

Check with your veterinarian first if your cat has a history of urinary problems.

Yes, they contain a small amount of cholesterol which comes from the use of chicken meal.

FELINE GREENIES^™ Dental Treats contain approximately 15-16% crude fat. Fat is an important source of calories for active cats and serves as a flavor enhancer.

FELINE GREENIES^™ Dental Treats provide 3.8 calories per gram and as such would not be considered a low calorie treat. According to the AAFCO regulatory agency, a "light" or "low calorie" cat food would contain no more than 3.1 calories per gram for products containing less than 20% moisture.

FELINE GREENIES^™ Dental Treats are 3,805 kcal/kg or less than 2 calories per piece.

The sodium content is 0.5%. The sodium content of FELINE GREENIES^™ Dental Treats fall within the average sodium content of dry cat foods (between 0.3 and 0.9%).

FELINE GREENIES^™ Dental Treats are made from highly digestible proteins, fats and carbohydrates. They contain chicken meal,dried chicken and corn gluten meal as the primary sources of protein. In vivo digestibility testing shows FELINE GREENIES^™ Dental Treats to be approx. 82% digestible, which is similar to premium dry cat foods.

FELINE GREENIES^™ Dental Treats are fortified with essential vitamins and minerals and are nutritionally complete and balanced for adult maintenance. They are intended to be fed as a treat, twice a day. FELINE GREENIES^™ Dental Treats are not intended to replace your animal’s maintenance diet of dry or wet food.

Chicken Flavor Meat and Meat meal from chicken,rice, maize gluten,wheat, chicken liver digest,natural chicken digest,lamb tallow, beef tallow, meat and meat meal (from beef, lamb and pork),sunflower oil (naturally stabilised)salt, gelling agent (potassium, sodium tripolyphosphate), vitamins (Choline Chloride, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Niacin, Vitamin A, Thiamin hydrochloride, Vitamin B12, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B6,Folic acid),Ferrous sulphate monohydrate, Potassium Iodide,antioxidant natural,Sodium Caseinate, Flavours, BHT, BHA,and Citric acid. Ocean Fish Flavor Meat and Meat meal from chicken,rice, maize gluten,wheat, chicken liver digest,natural chicken digest,lamb tallow, beef tallow, meat and meat meal from fish(source of Ocean Fish),sunflower oil (naturally stabilised)salt, gelling agent (potassium, sodium tripolyphosphate), vitamins (Choline Chloride, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Niacin, Vitamin A, Thiamin hydrochloride, Vitamin B12, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B6,Folic acid),Ferrous sulphate monohydrate, Potassium Iodide,antioxidant natural,Sodium Caseinate, Flavours, BHT, BHA,and Citric acid.

Crude Protein Minimum…………35%

Crude Fat Minimum……………14%

Crude Fiber Maximum………5%

Moisture Maximum……………11%

Taurine Minimum………………0.1%

FELINE GREENIES^™ Dental Treats carry a product guarantee. If you are not completely satisfied with the product just return the unused product to your retailer along with a cash register receipt and a statement of why you are not satisfied. Your full purchase price will be refunded.

No. FELINE GREENIES^™ Dental Treats are an extruded kibble that is cut slightly thicker and larger than main meal kibble to promote dental benefit. They also have a light, crunchy texture appropriate for the bite force of cats. GREENIES^™ Canine Dental Chews are injection molded and have a texture appropriate for the bite force of dogs. Both products utilize the mechanical action of chewing to clean teeth and both are highly effective and incredibly palatable.

If a cat has food allergies, it would likely be to common proteins like beef, chicken, or dairy. Food allergies in animals are primarily due to proteins and generally the meat proteins. However, your cat could have allergies to other sources of proteins such as wheat, corn, or rice as these are also ingredients.

FELINE GREENIES^™ Dental Treats have a shelf life of eighteen months from the date of manufacture in the original unopened package. The package is flushed with nitrogen (an inert gas) to reduce the level of oxygen in the package to levels low enough to prevent fat oxidation. Once opened, the product will have a shelf life in your pantry of one to two months.

FELINE GREENIES^™ Dental Treats do not contain any artificial dyes or colors that would permanently stain your carpet. The green color could transfer to your carpet if your cat was to vomit on the carpet and it wasn't cleaned up within 10-15 minutes. A typical stain remover such as Resolve® could be used to lift the stain from the carpet. However, we recommend that you feed the treats to your cat in his/her food bowl if you are concerned about getting any crumbs on your carpet.

FELINE GREENIES^™ Dental Treats are green because they contain chlorophyll.

FELINE GREENIES^™ Dental Treats are recommended for adult cats of any breed. Typically your veterinarian will give instruction for dental care and nutritional modification at the 1 year visit. Therefore we recommend that you don’t start your cat on FELINE GREENIES^™ Dental Treats until they are at least ten to 12 months of age.

FELINE GREENIES™ Dental Treats are formulated with natural oat fiber which provides texture within the kibble that scrubs your cat's teeth. Think of oat fiber as "nature's toothbrush". This scrubbing action is much like the mechanical action of brushing your teeth. This mechanical scrubbing action serves to remove plaque and tartar from your cat's teeth.

Periodontal disease is the most common disease of adult cats and dogs. It is often a silent process that progresses without detection. Even in cases of severe dental disease, your cat may not demonstrate obvious discomfort. Oral disease is also a primary cause of offensive breath odor.

Dental plaque is the key substance that must be controlled in order to maintain healthy teeth and gums. Dental plaque is not easily removed by normal tongue actions or water drinking and generally requires mechanical means for removal either from a professional cleaning by paying your veterinarian a visit, or in the choice of a dental diet and treats.

FELINE GREENIES™ Dental Treats are specifically formulated to prevent the buildup of plaque and tartar accumulation on your cat's teeth through mechanical action. That is, the texture helps scrub teeth clean while your cat chews. FELINE GREENIES™ Dental Treats serve as a highly palatable treat, and is complete and balanced nutrition for adult maintenance. Reduction of plaque and tartar results in healthier teeth and gums and will also provide breath freshening.

Chewing promotes good oral health. The more cats chew, the more opportunity to mechanically scrub the plaque and tartar from their teeth. When used twice a day as part of a dental care routine, dental treats, such as FELINE GREENIES™ Treats can reduce tartar and plaque buildup.

Oral disease is currently the #1 health problem diagnosed in pets.* But many cat owners admit they have no daily dental regimen for controlling plaque and tartar—the two leading causes of periodontal disease. Worse yet, most pet parents don’t see dental health as a health issue. If left untreated, poor oral care can lead to life-threatening conditions including liver and kidney problems and heart disease.

** Banfield Pet Hospital State of Pet Health Report, 2011.

GREENIES™ Dental Chews are made with high-quality ingredients. From time to time, a normal variation in color can occur with some ingredients causing a slight change in the surface color of all types of Greenies™ Dental Chews.

Yes. Sealing the package after feeding a GREENIES^™ Dental Chew is important to preserve the texture and freshness of the uneaten chews. The Nutro Company uses the highest quality packaging to help maintain the flexible chewy texture developed through biometric research, throughout the shelf life of the product.

GREENIES^™ Dental Chews are considered low fat. AAFCO defines low fat as being no more than 9% crude fat for products containing less than 20% moisture. GREENIES^™ Dental Chews are not low calorie. AAFCO defines low calorie as not more than 3100 kcal/kg ME for products containing less than 20% moisture. GREENIES^™ Dental Chews are about 3200 kcal/kg ME on an as-fed basis.

Cultured skim milk is a healthy source of calcium that’s low in fat. Decaffeinated green tea extract provides flavor and is a natural source of antioxidants that has been shown by The Waltham Centre for Pet Nutrition to promote overall oral health.

Solubility is a measure of a product’s ability to break down (dissolve) in a liquid solvent to form a homogeneous solution. This is an important consideration when designing a pet food product to ensure it is safe for all dogs.

Digestibility is the actual physical and nutritional breakdown of foodstuffs by the body so nutrients can be absorbed and utilized by the dog.

Biometric science is the study of the physical mechanics of living characteristics and has been used in cutting edge innovations in personal identification. Current applications include retinal scans, fingerprints, voice patterns and other applications. Insights from proprietary biometric research involving canine physiology, were critical to the development of GREENIES^™ Dental Chews. This marks the first application of biometrics in a line of products in the pet treat category.

The biometric study analyzed the unique physiologies of canines, including anatomical differences between dogs of different body weights, shapes, skull shapes and bite force. Measurements of three prominent canine skull shapes (all breeds fall within one of these three shapes) were analyzed to determine the maximum bite force and mouth-opening capabilities of various dogs. The result is, GREENIES^™ Dental Chews are designed to account for these variations and are good for all dogs.

GREENIES^™ Dental Chews are made from high quality easily digestible proteins. The easy to digest and chewy nature of GREENIES^™ Dental Chews helps ensure they are safe for dogs when given in the appropriate sized serving. GREENIES Dental Treats are designed specifically with healthy digestion in mind. GREENIES Dental Treats are made of highly soluble ingredients, allowing for easy digestion. 

GREENIES^™ Dental Chews are inspired by the famous green toothbrush shape everyone loves, but the design has been advanced by extensive biometric research to accommodate differing jaw strength, size and structure of dogs’ mouths. The design features a curved and flexible shape that wraps around canine teeth and cleans hard-to-reach spots with a “brushing action” as the dog chews. There’s even an extra bristle for more cleaning power. The shape is designed to offer maximum chewing action, which promotes healthier teeth and gums.

GREENIES^™ Dental Chews are a convenient daily oral health solution, based on innovation, scientific research, biometrics and feature:

A chewy texture – The chewy texture enables a dog’s teeth to sink in with every bite, increasing the contact and “brushing” action with individual teeth to help reduce tartar and plaque buildup and provide breath-freshening benefits.

Shape – A contoured shape with rounded edges naturally fits dog’s teeth and cleans hard-to-reach spots with a “brushing action” as the dog chews, The shape also includes purposely sculpted valleys and ridges designed to help direct your dogs teeth to specific areas for maximum chewing.

Easy digestibility – The highly soluble ingredients in GREENIES^™ Dental Chews help the product to break down quickly for easy digestion.

Nutritionally balanced – A blend of high-quality proteins fortified with vitamins and minerals make GREENIES^™ Dental Chews nutritionally complete and balanced for adult dog maintenance based on AAFCO recommendations.

Natural sources of antioxidants – GREENIES^™ Dental Chews contain natural sources of antioxidants with the addition of vegetable and fruit inclusions. Antioxidants help to promote a healthy immune system.

Taste that is as good as ever! – Independent testing confirms GREENIES^™ Dental Chews have been and continue to be, the palatability leader in dental chews. Your dog will love them!

The Veterinary Oral Health Council is an international organization of Board Certified Veterinary Dentists formed by the American Veterinary Dental College. The council has established testing protocols with pre-set standards that a manufacturer must meet to receive their Seal of Acceptance. VOHC evaluates the effectiveness of veterinary oral care products similar to how the American Dental Association through clinical testing measures the efficacy of human products. Products that carry the VOHC Seal of Acceptance have demonstrated they successfully met pre-set criteria for effectiveness in controlling plaque and/or tartar accumulation in dogs and cats. For more information visit www.VOHC.org(open in new tab).

Yes. The Nutro Company has followed the required protocols and product testing to meet the strict Veterinary Oral Health Council requirements for approval. We are proud to say that GREENIES^™ Dental Chews are effective in controlling plaque and tartar accumulation. In independent dental testing, dogs receiving one GREENIES^™ Dental Chew per day averaged 60% less tartar accumulation, 33% less plaque accumulation, 80% healthier gums, and 45% improvement in oral malodor (halitosis) in a 28 day feeding study compared to dogs who only received dry dog food.

GREENIES^™ Dental Chews - All products display the VOHC’s Seal of Acceptance for plaque and tartar control.

No two products are alike, just as no two dogs are alike. While most dental chews are created with a one-size-fits-all approach, The Nutro Company created an effective dental chew unlike anything else based on recent research that the shape of a dog’s skull determines how hard it can bite, how wide it can open its mouth and the placement of its teeth. GREENIES^™ Dental Chews are tailored to fit a range of dog sizes and weights.

Yes! Just as professional dental cleanings are important to good oral care for people, semi-annual or annual dental cleanings by a veterinarian are just as essential for dogs. An in-depth tooth and gum analysis, and professional cleaning from a qualified veterinarian at least once a year, ensures there are no other health problems on the rise. However, daily dental care routines are critical as well. Incorporating dental treats like GREENIES^™ Dental Chews into a daily routine helps to control tartar and plaque buildup and that helps promote good dental health.

Veterinarians recommend dental care as a daily habit for dog owners. To make it easier for you to remember when to give your dog a dental chew, try scheduling your dog’s dental care at the same time as your own personal oral hygiene routine.

Veterinarians recommend a dental care routine that includes daily dental brushing and oral exams at least once a year. Daily dental maintenance can be conveniently provided by feeding one GREENIES^™ Dental Chew once a day.

Many treats or chews claim they help reduce plaque and/or tartar, but GREENIES^™ Dental Chews offer a Total Oral Health Solution. This means they are:

1. Scientifically proven to help reduce plaque buildup.
2. Scientifically proven to help reduce tartar buildup.
3. Scientifically proven to help maintain healthier gums.
4. Scientifically proven to help reduce oral malodor (halitosis).

When fed daily, GREENIES^™ Dental Chews are scientifically proven to deliver 4 benefits for a total oral health solution.

Daily dental maintenance is key to maintaining a dog’s oral health between regularly scheduled cleanings. When given once a day, GREENIES^™ Dental Chews are clinically proven to effectively reduce tartar buildup on average by 60 percent, and to reduce plaque buildup to keep gums healthy.

The Nutro Company takes dental care seriously, GREENIES^™ Dental Chews feature a special shape and texture designed for maximum dental efficacy. The chewy texture helps dogs sink their teeth into the product with each bite, and the rounded “bristles” wrap around the dogs’ teeth for greater contact. Movement of the teeth into and against these bristles creates a brushing action, much like a toothbrush, to help control plaque and tartar buildup.

Recent independent studies show that dogs eating one GREENIES^™ Dental Chew per day results in 60 percent less tarter buildup and 33 percent less plaque buildup up in 28 days compared to dogs eating dry dog food alone.

Periodontal disease is currently the number one diagnosed disease in pets, however more than half of all dog owners admit they have no daily dental regimen for controlling plaque and tartar, the two leading contributors of periodontal disease. Worse yet, most dog owners don’t see dental health as a big deal. But, if left unchecked, poor dental health could lead to life-threatening conditions such as liver, kidney and heart disease.

GREENIES^™ Dental Chews help control plaque and tartar buildup by mechanical abrasion. As a dog chews the treat, its chewy texture allows the teeth to sink in for maximum tooth contact causing a mechanical scraping and scrubbing of the tooth surface. GREENIES^™ Dental Chews do not use chemicals to reduce plaque and tartar like many other products. Current GREENIES^™ product formulations have been proven to reduce plaque and tartar buildup better than ever. Additionally, GREENIES^™ are proven to freshen breath and maintain healthier gums.