Blue Buffalo Bits Soft Moist Training Treats

Dad

I got this for you. What's your initial read?

Boldo

It smells like actual meat. Not the mystery dust from the other brands. The texture is soft, which means I don't have to work my jaw like I'm breaking rocks. I'm interested, but I'm not committing yet. You've disappointed me before.

Dad

Let's talk smells. That always comes first with you.

Boldo

Chicken. Beef. Something with fat in it. Clean. Not the chemical stink of those dental chews you tried last month. The smell has layers—I can tell there's actual protein here, not just flavoring sprayed on cardboard. This is the best part about these treats, honestly.

Dad

You've been weirdly quiet about this one. What's going on?

Boldo

I'm processing. The treat dissolves fast on my tongue, which is good for training because I'm not distracted trying to chew it for twenty minutes. But I'm also suspicious of things that seem too convenient. Wait, is that bacon I smell from the kitchen? Did you make bacon?

Dad

Does it matter that the cat seems indifferent to it?

Boldo

Yes. Completely. The cat ignores everything, so her indifference means nothing. But the fact that she didn't even try to steal one from my mouth tells me she knows it's dog food and not worth her effort. That's actually a point in favor. I don't have to eat faster and get paranoid.

Dad

Give me a rating. One through five. You know what the poos mean.

Boldo

Four poos. They're solid for training—small enough, soft enough, and the smell actually works on me. Nothing revolutionary. But you didn't waste money, and I'll come when you call them. That's more than I can say for most treats you've bought.