Why Freeze-Dried Treats are Better Than Dehydrated: The Science of Preservation
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If you’ve ever wondered why your dog turns up their nose at a dehydrated treat but goes nuts for a freeze-dried one, it’s not just personal taste — it’s science.
🧬 What’s the Difference?
Dehydration uses heat to remove water.
Freeze-drying removes water through sublimation — a cold, vacuum-based process that turns ice into vapor without going through a liquid stage.
Sound nerdy? It is. But it also matters — a lot — for nutrition and flavor.
🥩 Freeze-Dried Preserves More Nutrients
Heat from dehydration can damage sensitive nutrients like:
- B vitamins
- Enzymes
- Amino acids
Freeze-drying, on the other hand, is a low-temperature process. It locks in nutrients almost as if the treat was still raw. That means your pup gets more of what nature intended.
👃 Better Smell = Better Taste
Dehydrated treats often smell… dull.
Freeze-dried treats? Rich, meaty, intense.
That’s because freeze-drying keeps flavor compounds intact. Your dog notices — trust us.
📦 Shelf-Stable Without Preservatives
Both methods increase shelf life, but freeze-dried treats do it without needing additives. That means:
- No fillers
- No weird preservatives
- Just one single, honest ingredient
🐕 Which One Does Your Dog Prefer?
You don’t have to take our word for it — try it yourself. Our Royal Sampler gives your dog a taste of five single-ingredient freeze-dried treats:
Beef Liver, Chicken Breast, Turkey Heart, Pork Heart, and Lamb Heart.
Final Verdict
When it comes to flavor, nutrition, and ingredient integrity — freeze-dried comes out on top every time. It’s not just a treat… it’s the way food should be.