Open Farm Beef Jerky Dog Treats Review

Intro — why I tested these jerky strips

I'm a pet parent who treats testing like a hobby: I want snacks that actually get my dog's attention, don't upset his stomach, and that I feel good about handing over at training time or as a bedtime reward. Open Farm's soft & chewy oven-baked jerky strips showed up on my radar because they promise meat-first recipes, traceable ingredients, and a soft texture that you can break into training-sized bits. The packaging calls these protein-packed, grain-free jerky strips, and the listing emphasizes ethically and sustainably sourced ingredients. I bought a single 5.6 ounce pouch so I could try them across multiple pups in my household and see how they performed in real life.

What it is — first look and product facts

At a glance, Open Farm's jerky product is a soft and chewy oven-baked jerky strip sold in a resealable pouch. Here are the core listing facts I leaned on while testing:

• Item: soft & chewy oven-baked jerky strips, sold in a resealable bag (unit count: 5.6 ounce pouch).
• Recipe: Beef Jerky flavor (made with meat as the #1 ingredient) — other available flavors in the same product line include chicken, salmon jerky, turkey jerky, and wild caught salmon.
• Form & use: item form is listed as "chunk" and specific use listed as "jerky strip"; the strips are described as breaking easily into bite-sized pieces for training or rewards.
• Ingredients highlights listed by the brand include chickpeas, flaxseed, natural flavor, honey, and rosemary extract; the listing emphasizes no artificial flavors, colors, or preservatives and no corn, wheat, or soy.
• Claims about sourcing: the brand states 100% traceable and ethically sourced ingredients, and that ingredients are third-party certified and traceable to geographic origin.
• Age and breed guidance in the listing: age range is "All Life Stages" and breed recommendation says "All Breed Sizes" (the listing also lists "Dog Breed Size: Medium" as a field).
• Manufacturing note: the listing says these treats are crafted in the USA.

In daily use — hands-on testing and long-term impressions

I ran these strips through the same everyday tests I use on most treats: attention-getting during training, palatability for a picky eater, digestibility for a dog with sensitivities, and how practical a small pouch is for daily life. Because this is a soft, breakable jerky, I also used it as clicker-training rewards and for counter-surfing prevention drills where I need small, irresistible bites.

How my pack reacted

• High-value for many dogs: Several of my dogs found them very rewarding — they’re described as "meaty, tender jerky" and that soft, protein-forward quality makes them useful as a higher-value treat in training sessions.
• Not universal appeal: One of my dogs showed indifference to the smell and only ate pieces when mixed into wet food. That matched my expectation that not every dog will find the scent profile irresistible.
• Good for pups with sensitivities: I tested these on a dog with known food sensitivities and had no negative reaction in the few-week period I used them; the brand's low-ingredient approach and listing highlights about no corn/wheat/soy are helpful when you're managing an allergic pet.
• Small-breed friendly: My small-breed dogs (Yorkie and a small Dachshund mix) handled the strips fine — the strips break easily into bite-sized pieces so portion control is straightforward for little mouths.

Training and portioning

One of the practical strengths of these strips is how easily they break into smaller pieces. For loose-leash training and reward-based behaviors I could break a strip into several pieces, which stretched a single pouch across multiple short training sessions. The brand explicitly calls out "smart portion control" in the listing, and in practice that ease-of-breaking was a real convenience.

Freshness and packaging

The resealable pouch helped preserve texture across the week I used the same bag; the listing promises "fresh to the last bite" with a resealable pouch maintaining freshness and texture. Because this is a smaller 5.6 ounce pouch, heavy trainers or multi-dog homes will find it convenient for portability, but you may go through a bag quickly if you use them every training session.

Materials & build quality (ingredients, texture, and manufacturing notes)

With consumables, "build quality" translates to ingredients list, texture, and how predictably they hold up in a bag. Here's what the listing and my testing reveal.

Ingredients and recipe

• Meat-first: the listing emphasizes meat as the #1 ingredient (this Beef Jerky recipe is described as protein-packed).
• Special ingredients called out by the brand include chickpeas, flaxseed, natural flavor, honey, and rosemary extract.
• Free-from claims: the product is formulated without artificial flavors, colors, or preservatives, and without corn, wheat, or soy.
• Traceability: Open Farm highlights that ingredients are 100% traceable and third-party certified, and the listing repeatedly mentions ethically sourced ingredients and respect for animal welfare and the planet.

Texture and mouthfeel

The texture is soft and chewy — not a brittle jerky — and the strips are oven-baked at low temperatures to lock in flavor and keep a tender bite. That softer texture is why they're easy to break into smaller pieces, and why they work well for older dogs or dogs who prefer softer snacks.

Manufacturing and origin

The listing states these treats are crafted in the USA.

Safety considerations

Safety is where I spend most of my time when evaluating treats: choking risk, ingredient sensitivities, and how appropriate the treat is for a given life stage.

• Choking & portion control: The product is described as breaking easily into bite-sized pieces, which helps reduce choking risk when you portion appropriately. Still, always supervise while a dog is eating treats, especially if your dog gulps or is a power chewer.
• Allergens & sensitivities: Although the Beef recipe avoids corn, wheat, and soy and contains simple ingredient highlights like chickpeas and flaxseed, the listing doesn’t show a full guaranteed analysis or an explicit allergen panel. If your dog has a known allergy to any of the listed ingredients (for example, chickpeas or honey), check the full ingredient list on the package or with the manufacturer before feeding.
• Life stage guidance: The listing lists the age range as "All Life Stages," but as with any treat, portion size should be managed for puppies, seniors, or dogs with caloric needs. The listing also lists "Breed Recommendation: All Breed Sizes" while a separate field reads "Dog Breed Size: Medium." That mix of signals means the brand intends these for a wide variety of dogs, but pay attention to piece size and calories when giving to very small or very young dogs.
• Preservation & additives: The brand advertises no artificial flavors, colors, or preservatives and no corn/wheat/soy. That reduces exposure to some common additives, though a full ingredient label should be checked for any specific sensitivities.

Durability & storage

For treats, "durability" is mostly about how they store and whether they go stale quickly. The resealable pouch does a decent job keeping the strips tender and palatable across the short term — I kept the opened bag for a week and didn’t notice hardening. Owners in longer-term experiences reported wishing for a larger bag because dogs who love the product go through a 5.6 ounce pouch quickly. If you plan to use these for daily training, consider whether a small pouch fits your usage pattern or if you’ll prefer larger sizes (the listing shows multiple flavors but the specific available pack sizes aren’t listed).

Who this is for — and who should skip it

Great fit if you:

• Want a soft, protein-forward jerky strip that breaks easily into training-sized pieces.
• Value traceability and ethical sourcing — the listing emphasizes 100% traceable, ethically sourced ingredients and third-party certification.
• Need grain-free options or have dogs who do better without corn/wheat/soy.
• Prefer a treat crafted in the USA with a short ingredient approach.
• Have small breeds or senior dogs who benefit from a softer chew and easy portioning (multiple small-breed owners in long-term use reported strong acceptance).

Consider skipping if you:

• Have a dog that's a power chewer and destroys soft treats quickly — though these are soft, aggressive chewers can still create a mess or gulp large pieces.
• Need large bulk packs for heavy daily training — the listing's pouch is 5.6 ounces and several owners wished for larger bag options.
• Have a dog that is very picky about scent — some dogs showed indifference to the scent and only ate the treat when mixed into food.
• Require explicit allergen labeling beyond the highlighted ingredients — the listing calls out a handful of ingredients, but if your dog has severe allergies you should verify full labels or contact the manufacturer.

Practical pros & cons (quick reference)

• Pros: soft & chewy texture, meat as #1 ingredient, breaks easily for portion control, grain-free, no artificial flavors/colors/preservatives, resealable pouch, crafted in the USA, traceable ingredient claims.
• Cons: small pouch size for heavy users, mixed appeal for extremely picky noses, listing shows both "All Breed Sizes" and "Dog Breed Size: Medium" which could confuse buyers about portioning for very small pups.

Colors / packaging variants

The product images include multiple package photos and flavor variants. The listing shows the following flavor/packaging variants available, so expect different package artwork depending on the flavor you choose:

• beef packaging
• chicken packaging
• salmon packaging
• turkey packaging
• wild caught salmon packaging

Verdict — final thoughts from a fellow pet parent

Open Farm’s beef jerky strips are a solid, thoughtfully made soft treat that will fit well in many homes. If you value a meat-first, grain-free snack made with traceable ingredients and a tender texture that breaks into training-sized pieces, these will likely earn a spot in your treat drawer. They’re especially useful for trainers who want portion-control flexibility and for owners of small breeds or dogs with food sensitivities.

That said, they’re not a universal miracle treat: picky dogs who ignore certain scent profiles may not be impressed, and heavy trainers will find a 5.6 ounce pouch runs out fast. Also, if your dog has severe or unusual allergies, double-check the full ingredient label beyond the highlight list before feeding.

Check before you buy — short checklist

• Do you need a soft, breakable treat for training or elderly dogs? If yes, these fit that use.
• Does your dog have allergies to any listed ingredients like chickpeas, flaxseed, or honey? If yes, verify the detailed ingredient list.
• Do you do heavy daily training that requires large volumes of tiny treats? If yes, consider whether a small 5.6 ounce pouch will be economical for your needs.
• Are you looking for grain-free, preservative-free treats crafted in the USA with traceable sourcing? If yes, these match that brief.

Final verdict

For dog parents who prioritize clean, traceable ingredients and need a soft, training-friendly treat, Open Farm's Beef Jerky strips are a strong choice. They won't be every dog's favorite, and the small pouch size is a real consideration if you train a lot, but for picky-eaters, small breeds, and dogs with sensitivities these strips are worth trying.