Reply from PupJoyAug 1, 2016
Hey Sandy, thanks for the kind words. We're thrilled that your dogs have learned to recognize their box! However, we were curious about the treats in question though. You obviously have a passion for US manufactured treats, as do we. We wanted to make sure that we address any questions/concerns that you have on this. All treats that we sell at PupJoy are manufactured in the U.S. It looks like you received the Bare It All treats that are made with Asian Carp, which based on the name, could easily cause confusion. However, these treats are not only sourced and manufactured in the U.S., they also have a really wonderful environmental responsibility story. Asian Carp are an invasive species of fish that were introduced in the U.S. around 1960 and have overtaken some of our rivers, including the Mississippi and the Illinois. If you have ever seen a news special or a YouTube video of fish jumping out of the water as boats pass by, that is the Asian Carp. They are BIG eaters (up to 40% of their body weight per day) and they multiply quickly, thus crowding out native species. They are especially of serious concern if they are to ever penetrate into our Great Lakes. The manufacturer, Bare It All, not only makes really healthy treats (the Asian Carp are high in healthy protein and Omega 3's), they've found a commercial model to help make a dent in this U.S. ecological issue.