Be Good Bites Insect & Wholesome Grain Treats
Graded by The Sniff System
Open Farm Be Good Bites Insect & Wholesome Grain Treats are dry treats for adult dogs, with dried black soldier fly larvae as the primary protein.
This product uses quality carbohydrate sources that include fermentable fiber, which can be good for gut health. Open Farm also provides good evidence with extensive transparency and verification for their products.
The score for these treats was significantly capped because they lack an AAFCO statement. The protein quality is low, as dried black soldier fly larvae deliver limited bioavailable amino acids, and the overall protein and fat levels are quite low.
Good fit for adult dogs who enjoy insect-based treats. Less ideal if you prioritize high protein quality or AAFCO-certified completeness in treats.
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The landmark 14-year Purina Lifespan Study on 48 Labrador Retrievers demonstrated that dogs fed 25% fewer calories lived a median of 1.8 years longer and delayed the onset of chronic diseases. Good fit for active large sporting breeds, including the Labrador Retriever, navigating weight management. Caloric density is not declared, with crude fiber at 7% (above the catalog median, supports satiety). According to the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention's 2023 survey, 59% of dogs in the United States were classified as overweight or obese by their veterinary healthcare professional, representing an estimated 55 million dogs (APOP, 2023) .
Looking at this for adult Labrador Retrievers or Labrador Retrievers with weight management ? We are building dedicated pages for these combinations.
Auto-matched from this product's measurements (ingredients, life stage, calorie density) to a breed archetype. Not a substitute for vet input on your specific dog.
Research informing this analysis
MethodologyThe Sniff System grades this product against 3 cited studies relevant to its profile. Each link opens the original source.
- Brooks et al., 2014diagnostic · protocol · satiety· cited in 5 claims
- APOP, 2023prevalence
- Raffan et al., 2016genetics
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At 32/100, this formula sits below where we look for everyday picks. The lift comes from carbohydrate quality, worth 16 points to the final number: Quality carbohydrate sources with fermentable fiber. The ceiling on this score is 49, set because the guaranteed analysis falls below AAFCO's minimum nutrient profile. The cap isn't the binding constraint here. Protein quality would also need to improve to reach the next band.
Quality carbohydrate sources with fermentable fiber.
Good evidence with extensive transparency and verification.
- Lowest DMB protein in Open Farm's lineup (17.1%)
- Top 10% for crude fiber in Open Farm's lineup (10.0% DMB)
- Lowest DMB fat in Open Farm's lineup (7.1%)
Computed against the rest of our catalog. Percentiles refresh on each catalog update.
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Wet and fresh foods contain more water than kibble (typically 65-78%). On a dry-matter basis, this food's protein content is roughly 17%, comparable to premium kibble (typically 30-45% DMB protein).
Read why each ingredient is good or bad for dogs.
- 1dried black soldier fly larvae
- 2grainrice
Generic rice. Could be white or brown, the label doesn't say. Brown rice would be specified if it were.
Position 2: major carbohydrate source.
- 3coconut glycerin
- 4grainbarley
Whole grain with a low glycemic profile and some soluble fiber. Easy on blood sugar.
Position 4: supporting grain. Smaller contribution to the carb deck.
- 5molasses
- 6grainsorghum
Whole grain with a low glycemic index. Gluten-free, well-tolerated, decent fiber content.
Position 6: supporting grain. Smaller contribution to the carb deck.
- 7dried apple pomace
- 8vegetablepumpkin
Soluble fiber that supports stool quality. Mild and well-tolerated.
Position 8: meaningful whole-food inclusion. Source of vitamins, antioxidants, or natural fiber.
- 9distilled vinegar
- 10preservative naturalcitric acid
Natural antioxidant preservative. Helps keep fats from going rancid.
Natural preservative. Methodologically preferred over synthetic alternatives.
- 11othernatural flavor
Legal term for animal-derived flavoring, usually hydrolyzed liver or broth. Adds taste, says nothing about quality.
- 12fruitblueberries
Antioxidants, real. But the amount in any kibble is too small to do much. Mostly marketing.
Position 12: garnish-level inclusion. Marketing-prominent but minimal nutritional impact at this position.
- 13sunflower lecithin
- 14preservative naturalmixed tocopherols
Natural vitamin E used to keep fats from going rancid. The good kind of preservative. See why →
Natural preservative. Methodologically preferred over synthetic alternatives.
- 15preservative naturalrosemary extract
Natural preservative. Replaces synthetic ones like BHA and BHT.
Natural preservative. Methodologically preferred over synthetic alternatives.
9 of 15 ingredients have a curated note. Coverage grows over time.
Nutrition & Benefits Guaranteed Analysis Calorie Content: ME (Calculated): 2,400 kcal/kg or 2.4 kcal/treat Nutrient Percentage of Recipe Crude Protein (min) 12% Crude Fat (min) 5% Crude Fibre (max) 7% Moisture (max) 30% Adult Dogs. These treats are intended for intermittent or supplemental feeding only.