Good Treats. Good Ingredients. Good Dogs.

Small-batch dog treats, proudly made in Philadelphia. Thoughtful recipes, real ingredients, and a commitment to doing good for animals in need.

We take pet treats seriously…

Good treats start with thoughtful choices.

Real Ingredients

I pay just as much attention to what I leave out as what I put in. My treats are made without artificial colors or flavors, added salt, or added sugar. Just real, recognizable ingredients chosen with purpose.

Made in Philly

Every batch is made in a commercial kitchen right here in Philadelphia. I’m ServSafe-certified and take food handling, sanitation, and preparation seriously from start to finish.

Fairly Priced

Thoughtfully made treats shouldn’t have to come with an unreasonable price tag. I work to keep my treats accessible while giving every batch the care and attention it deserves.

Human Grade

I believe dogs deserve the same attention to ingredient quality that we expect for ourselves. I source human-grade ingredients and take care in how every treat is prepared.

My 2 dogs absolutely love theses treats and look forward to them daily. I own a Chesapeake Bay Retriever who is 15 months and a Mastiff who is 10 years old . Bow-Nut Bites is an amazing establishment and we are so happy to be a regular customer.

 

Rey, Repeat Customer

 

I don’t leave reviews often, but I’m so happy to support a small business with a quality product. I value healthy ingredients and buy my dog and cat high quality food and treats. My dog loves these (he loves most treats) but when my finicky cat actually gobbled down this treat, I was impressed and elated. Thank you for providing healthy options for our furry loved ones.

 

Sandra, market customer

 

 

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Meet Our Founder!

Hi, I’m Scott, dog lover and founder of Bow-Nut Bites!

Dogs have been part of our family for over 20 years, but Peanut and Bowie are the inspiration behind it all. Their own journeys, along with our desire to give them healthier lives, sparked my interest in canine nutrition and creating treats with thoughtful, quality ingredients.

What started in our own kitchen grew into Bow-Nut Bites, a small business built on a love for dogs, a passion for better treats, and the belief that doing good should be part of doing business.

We would love to meet you!

We’re out meeting fellow pet lovers at markets and events throughout the Greater Philadelphia area and New Jersey. Check out where we’ll be next and stop by to say hello!

Bristol Sunday Stroll

November 15, 2026

Telford Holiday Market

November 21, 2026

Christmas in Kensington

December 5, 2026

FAQs

Here are some things that get asked of us a lot. If the answer to your questions is not here, feel free to fill out our contact form or send us an email!

Because our products are consumable pet treats, all sales are final. After all, Bowie and Peanut think our treats should be pretty great! That said, if your order arrives damaged, contains an incorrect item, or you experience a product quality issue, please contact me within 3 days of receipt. I’ll work with you to make it right. For details see our terms and conditions 

Most orders are processed within 1 business day, though please allow up to 2 business days.

Shipping: Orders generally arrive within 2–5 business days after shipment. Local Delivery: Philadelphia orders are generally delivered the day after processing.
For pets with food sensitivities, my Golden Paste Biscuits feature a thoughtfully selected blend of ingredients that are not commonly associated with food allergies. For picky eaters, Chicken & the Egg is a customer favorite! I regularly hear from customers whose dogs turn their noses up at other treats but go nuts for our chicken.   As always, check ingredient lists carefully if your pet has known allergies or sensitivities. I’m happy to help you find a good fit! Just use our contact form.

Absolutely! Whether you’re interested in a larger order of your favorite treats, wholesale opportunities, or custom orders for a special occasion, I’d love to hear from you.

I’ve enjoyed creating custom orders for customers and am always open to discussing new ideas. Reach out through our contact page or email me at scott.mayhugh@bownutbites.com and we’ll work out the details together!

Our treats are packaged with moisture and oxygen absorbers to help maintain freshness. Store unopened packages in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat. Each package has a best-by date to help you enjoy your treats at their best.

Once opened, reseal the package between uses and continue storing in a cool, dry place

Each package has a best-by date printed on it to help you enjoy our treats at their best. Our dehydrated protein treats have a 6-month best-by window, while our baked biscuits have a 4-month window from production.

These timeframes apply to unopened packages stored in a cool, dry place. Once opened, treats will gradually lose freshness over time, even when resealed, since zipper closures aren’t airtight. For the best quality, keep packages sealed between uses and enjoy them sooner rather than later.

I source ingredients from a variety of suppliers, including farms, restaurant supply stores, and supermarkets. My priority is finding quality ingredients from reliable sources while keeping my treats reasonably priced.

I also appreciate the value of supporting local suppliers whenever possible, and as my business grows, I hope to make even more opportunities for local sourcing.

All Bow-Nut Bites treats are made by me at Culinary Collective, a commercial kitchen in Philadelphia, PA. I prepare and package each batch myself, giving me hands-on involvement throughout the process.

Absolutely! I make all of my treats in small batches at Culinary Collective. From preparing ingredients to dehydrating or baking and packaging the finished treats, I’m personally involved throughout the process. Small-batch production also means fresher inventory. During most of the year, the treats I’m selling were made within the previous two weeks. Rather than sitting in storage for months, my products are regularly made to keep up with demand.

It all started with Bowie and Peanut! I wanted to be more thoughtful about what I was feeding my own dogs, so I began making treats with real ingredients and recipes I felt good about giving them.

As I shared those treats with other pet parents, I kept hearing, “You should sell these!” What started as something just for my own dogs eventually grew into Bow-Nut Bites. The name itself is a little tribute to the two of them: Bow(ie) + (Pea)Nut. They’re the inspiration behind the business, and they’re still very much part of it today!