This is a specific conversation about Dog treats — what's worth giving — ask about yours and get one honest answer for your exact situation.
inparticular.ai
Taking a Whippet on marathon runs is genuinely great — they're built for it. The best treats are high in protein, low in additives, and sized right for the dog. Most popular treats are nutritionally poor despite the marketing, so single-ingredient options like dried meat or fish skin are usually the smartest pick. Before I point you to something specific: how far are you typically running together, and does your Whippet have any food sensitivities or allergies? Also worth knowing — are you looking for something purely for mid-run fuel, or do you want it to double as a training reward too?
We usually do 10 to 20 miles together. No known allergies. Mainly mid-run fuel — something I can carry easily and he'll take quickly without stopping. He's lean, about 12kg.
inparticular.ai
Perfect context. At 12kg and 10–20 miles, you need something small, high in protein, and easy to swallow fast — Whippets can be picky mid-run and won't always chew something tough. What's your current approach — do you carry a small treat pouch, or are you just stuffing pockets?
I've got a small running vest with a zip pocket. Usually just shove a handful in there. Whatever I've tried before he sometimes ignores mid-run, which is annoying.
inparticular.ai
That's a common issue — dogs that are in a running state sometimes need something with a stronger smell to cut through the focus. Dry biscuit-style treats often fail here. What have you tried so far? Knowing that helps me rule things out.
Mostly Lily's Kitchen biscuits and some supermarket training treats. He'll take them at home but mid-run he just trots past.
inparticular.ai
That's exactly the problem — those are low-odour, carb-heavy treats. They don't have the scent pull you need when a dog is mentally engaged in running. My recommendation is Forthglade 100% Natural Air-Dried Meat Treats — specifically the lamb or chicken variety. They're single-ingredient, air-dried so they're genuinely pungent, protein-dense, and come in small soft pieces that a Whippet will take without breaking stride. They're light enough to carry in a zip pocket without making a mess and won't crumble. At 12kg, two or three pieces every few miles is a sensible amount — enough to maintain interest without overloading his gut mid-run. You'll notice the difference in how quickly he responds compared to the biscuit-style treats.
Yes — Forthglade Natural Treats are on Amazon UK, usually available in multipacks so you can keep a good stock. Search 'Forthglade air dried meat treats' and you'll find the lamb and chicken options. The lamb tends to be higher odour, which is what you want for mid-run use. Buy a small bag first to confirm he takes them well before committing to a bulk order.
