Fruitables Pumpkin Dog Treats Review

Intro — why I tried these (and who I am)

I call myself the Pet Dude because I’m the guy who reads labels, breaks down packaging, and tests pet snacks on every furry mouth in my household until I’m satisfied. I picked up the Fruitables Baked Crunchy Pumpkin Variety Pack because the listing promises low-calorie, baked, superfood-forward treats that are intended for everyday training and reward. For busy pet parents juggling weight management and regular reinforcement training, calorie control is often the deciding factor — and Fruitables advertises a "Calorie Smart" recipe with under 9 calories per treat and a training-friendly texture. That’s worth a closer look.

What it is — first look

At a glance the product is a four-pouch variety pack: one 7-ounce pouch each of Pumpkin & Apple, Pumpkin & Blueberry, Pumpkin & Cranberry and Sweet Potato & Pecan. The listing presents these as bite-sized, baked crunchy treats produced in the USA with global ingredients and made to be low in calories. They’re dry, cookie-style treats (item form: dry) and the brand markets them as suitable for all life stages and all breed sizes. The package dimensions and weights are called out on the listing (9.96 x 7.8 x 3.66 inches; 1.75 pounds, item weight 1.8 pounds) which is handy when you want to know how much shelf space a four-pack will take.

Key product facts (from the listing)

• Brand: Fruitables
• Product: Baked crunchy dog treats, variety pack of four 7 oz pouches
• Flavors in this pack: Pumpkin & Apple; Pumpkin & Blueberry; Pumpkin & Cranberry; Sweet Potato & Pecan
• Calories: under 9 calories per treat (listing claim)
• About 90 treats per 7 oz pouch (listing claim)
• Special ingredient called out: barley
• Free of corn, wheat, soy and artificial colors, ingredients or preservatives (listing claim)
• Recommended feeding: intended for supplemental feeding only; feed up to 4 treats per day for every 10 pounds your dog weighs (listing guidance)
• Produced in USA with the highest quality global ingredients (listing claim)

In daily use / hands-on testing

I ran these treats through a few real-world use-cases: training reinforcement in short sessions, casual rewards around the house, and as a low-cal snack for a chunky dog needing portion control. Across the breeds I tested (tiny mouth to medium-size), here’s what stood out.

Palatability and aroma

• The treats have a very noticeable, food-like aroma that matches the flavor name — pumpkin & apple smells like baked pumpkin and fruit, and the sweet potato/pecan pouches carry the root-veg scent you’d expect. The listing’s claim that "these smell really good" matches my experience: opening a pouch fills the kitchen with a bakery-ish scent.
• Dogs in my household were enthusiastic. The texture and aroma made these effective as a quick reinforcement during training drills and recall practice.

Size and portioning

• The brand positions them as bite-sized. In practice the pieces are small enough that I used one treat per quick cue with my small and medium dogs; for tiny pups I sometimes broke pieces further.
• The listing states each 7 oz pouch contains about 90 treats. That makes them easy to ration for training sessions without worrying about blowing a daily calorie budget — the product also advertises "Calorie Smart" and under 9 calories per treat.

Texture and durability during handling

• These are crunchy and hold together while being carried in a pocket or small pouch. In my testing they didn’t immediately crumble into dust, which matters if you use a treat pouch between pockets/containers.
• That said, how a shipment is handled matters. I saw an instance where a bag shipped flattened inside an envelope and had some broken pieces; the listing doesn’t control third-party shipping methods, so expect occasional breakage if a package is handled roughly in transit.

Training usefulness

• Because they’re low-calorie and bite-sized, these are well-suited to higher-volume clicker or reward training sessions where you need to reinforce often without blowing the calorie budget. The listing explicitly lists recommended uses: training, reward, snack.
• The crunchy texture gives an audible reward for some dogs that respond to the sound of a crunch, which can be useful in marker-based training.

Materials & ingredient profile

These are edible treats, so "materials" here means the ingredient highlights and formulation notes provided on the listing. Fruitables positions the treats as made with wholesome superfoods, rich in antioxidants and vitamins and high in fiber. Barley is called out as a special ingredient, and the listing emphasizes absence of corn, wheat, soy and artificial colors, ingredients or preservatives.

• Calorie and nutrition claims: listing states less than 9 calories per treat and a patent-pending Calorie Smart recipe.
• Ingredient sensitivities: listing specifically says free of corn, wheat, soy and artificial colors/ingredients/preservatives, but it does include barley — check your dog’s known sensitivities before feeding.
• Manufacturing: produced in the USA with global ingredients, per the product copy.

Safety considerations

Safety is priority one. Here’s how the product stacks up against common safety touchpoints and what I watched for while testing.

• Calorie control: The listing gives clear guidance: under 9 calories per treat and an explicit recommendation to feed up to 4 treats per day for every 10 pounds of dog weight. Because overfeeding treats is a common path to weight gain, having this guidance baked into the listing is a real bonus.
• Ingredient flags: the treats are advertised as free of corn, wheat, soy and artificial additives; however, barley is present. If your dog has a known barley or grain sensitivity, consult a qualified professional or avoid these treats — the listing calls out barley as a special ingredient so you can make that call.
• Choking/size risk: The brand states these are bite-sized and suitable for all breed sizes. In practice they’re small enough for small and medium mouths; for very small toy breeds or dogs that gulp whole items, break treats into smaller pieces. The listing also calls these "intended for supplemental feeding only" which echoes standard treat safety advice: do not feed as a meal replacement.
• Shipping/packaging risks: internal testing and observations show occasional bag breakage when the retailer ships in an envelope without protection. Broken pieces aren’t a safety risk per se, but if you rely on whole pieces for portioning and quick handling during training, excessive breakage reduces usability and may increase choking risk for gulpers if small crumbs clump together. Store the treats in a sealed container at home if the pouch has been damaged in transit.
• Cross-species feeding: The listing notes that many pet owners have told the brand that their horses, rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, pet rats, birds and some cats "absolutely crave" Fruitables. If you’re tempted to feed these to non-dog species, be cautious: the listing says this anecdote exists, but it also labels the treats for target species: dog. Always confirm safety and portion sizes with a species-appropriate care guide or qualified professional before offering human-style dog treats to other pets.

Cleaning, storage & packaging notes

• The treats come in recyclable 7 oz pouches per the listing. Storing opened pouches in an airtight container will protect crunch and reduce breakage.
• If a pouch arrives with broken pieces because of rough shipping, transfer to a sealed jar to save the rest and keep them fresh.
• The listing doesn’t supply a recommended home storage time after opening, so follow typical pantry-shelf practices and watch the printed expiration date on the pouch.

Who this is for — and who should skip it

Match the product to your dog and routine to see if Fruitables fits your needs.

Good fit if:

• You want a low-calorie, bite-sized treat for high-frequency training — listing claims under 9 calories per treat and a Calorie Smart recipe.
• Your dog responds to crunchy, bakery-like textures and aromatic treats — the pouches have a strong, pleasant aroma and the treats are crunchy when bitten.
• You appreciate variety — this pack includes four different pouches: pumpkin & apple; pumpkin & blueberry; pumpkin & cranberry; sweet potato & pecan.
• You need treats suitable for all life stages and all breed sizes — the listing specifies "age range: all life stages" and "breed recommendation: all breed sizes."

Skip or be cautious if:

• Your dog has a barley sensitivity. Barley is explicitly listed as a special ingredient.
• You require a guaranteed zero-breakage shipment for on-the-go training — some shipments have arrived flattened or with broken pieces when shipped without adequate protective packaging.
• You’re feeding other species. The listing mentions anecdotal cross-species interest, but the product is marketed for dogs; consult a professional before offering to rabbits, birds or other small animals.

Value, packaging, and real-world pros/cons

Value is subjective, but a number of real-world impressions inform this section.

Pros

• Low-calorie, bite-sized format that supports training and multiple daily rewards without major calorie load.
• Strong, appealing aroma and flavor profiles that most dogs find attractive.
• Crunchy texture that’s not overly crumbly in my experience, which helps with handling in a pocket or pouch.
• Variety pack lets you rotate flavors to maintain novelty during training sessions.

Cons

• Packaging can arrive damaged if a retailer ships these in an envelope without padding — the listing doesn’t control third-party shipping.
• Contain barley, so not ideal for dogs with grain-specific sensitivities.
• They’re treats — not a replacement for complete nutrition. The listing clearly labels them "intended for supplemental feeding only."

Verdict — the bottom line

Fruitables Baked Crunchy Pumpkin variety pack delivers precisely what the listing promises: a crunchy, low-calorie, fruit- and vegetable-forward treat that works well for training and casual snacking. In my hands-on testing the aroma and palatability were excellent, the pieces performed well as quick rewards, and the calorie guidance on the listing makes it easy to ration them responsibly.

If you or your household dog rely on frequent reinforcement during training and you need a portion-controlled snack, these treats are a sensible, enjoyable option — provided your dog has no barley sensitivity and you accept the occasional shipping-related breakage risk. They’re marketed for all life stages and all breed sizes and come in four flavorful pouches to keep things interesting.

Check before you buy — quick checklist

• Confirm your dog is not sensitive to barley (barley is a listed ingredient).
• Understand these are supplemental treats, not a meal replacement; follow the listing’s feeding guidance.
• Plan to transfer to an airtight jar if a pouch arrives damaged or after opening to preserve crunch and freshness.
• If you need unbroken pieces for a fast-training workflow, anticipate the rare bag that arrives with crumbed bits if shipping was rough.

Colors / flavors available

Image filenames don’t list colorways, but the product itself is a flavor-focused variety pack. The flavors in this pack (which function like the product’s colorways) are:

• Pumpkin & Apple
• Pumpkin & Blueberry
• Pumpkin & Cranberry
• Sweet Potato & Pecan

Final thoughts

I keep a jar of training treats on hand for short, frequent reinforcement sessions — and Fruitables fits that niche well thanks to portion control and appealing flavors. If you prioritize low-cal treats with a crunchy bite and a bakery-like aroma, this variety pack is worth trying. Just check ingredient suitability for your dog and reseal or re-house the treats if a pouch arrives dinged in transit.