Grain-Free vs. Wheat-Free: What’s the Difference?

Confused? We've got you!

If you’ve ever stood in the treat aisle or scrolled through dog biscuits online, you’ve probably seen the words grain-free and wheat-free used a lot. But what do they actually mean? And more importantly; what’s right for your dog?

Let’s break it down simply, so you know exactly what you’re treating your four-legged friend to.

🌾 What Does Wheat-Free Mean?

Wheat-free treats are made without wheat. That means they don’t contain common wheat ingredients like flour, bran, or gluten-containing wheat by-products.

Wheat is a common dog food allergen, and many pooches can experience itching, upset tummies or dull coats when they consume it regularly. So switching to wheat-free treats can be helpful for dogs with mild sensitivities or intolerances.

Wheat-free treats may still contain other grains, like oats, barley or rice: so they’re not automatically grain-free.

👉 Great for: dogs with wheat sensitivities, but not full grain intolerances.

🌾 So, What’s Grain-Free?

Grain-free takes things a step further. These treats are made without any grains at all including wheat, corn, rice, oats, barley, rye and more.

Instead, they’re often made with alternatives like:

Sweet potato

Chickpea or lentil flour

Tapioca

Coconut or almond flour

This makes grain-free treats a great option for dogs with more complex allergies, or those following a grain-free diet on vet advice.

👉 Great for: dogs with multiple grain sensitivities or owners choosing a grain-free lifestyle for their pets.

🐶 Which Is Better?

There’s no one-size-fits-all answer; every dog is different!

Some thrive on grain-free diets, while others do perfectly well with non-wheat grains like oats or rice. Always chat with your vet if you're unsure about allergies, but in general:

🦴 What We Do

At Moochin' Pooch, we believe every dog deserves a treat that suits their needs. That’s why we offer:

Wheat-free Options

Grain-free Options

Clear ingredients listed on every item to make it easy to see what your dog can have when browsing our website

Because when it comes to snacks, dogs deserve just as much choice as we do.