Healthy pet treats from Halo

Samples provided for review.

I recently adopted a cat from a local rescue organization. I spent weeks preparing and planning for her arrival, getting all kinds of toys and treats. Here’s a small corner of what my apartment now looks like.

However, I knew that simply getting toys and a ridiculously good name (Purrtrude Feline, after author Gertrude Stein) was not enough. I also wanted to think about her long-term health.

Enter Halo Pet Food. They only use all natural ingredients, fiber from fruits and vegetables, and no artificial flavors or colors. This ensures that your pet stays trim and healthy, and isn’t eating empty calories from fillers like corn, wheat, or sugar.

The Healthsome Seafood cat treats interested me in particular — they’re small and crunchy, to help keep cats’ teeth clean. Poor Purrtrude has some dental problems — that’s what happens when you’re a street cat for a few years! — and so needs to make sure her canines stay in good repair.

Yes, but how does it taste? As you can see, Purrtrude enjoyed chowing down on a small handful.

She’s still a bit skittish around new people, and so I plan on using the Seafood treats to help socialize her around visitors. That way, she can feel more comfortable around guests — and I can rest easy, knowing that even when she’s snacking, she’s eating right.

Halo Healthsome Seafood cat treats are available on Chewy.com for $3.79. And don’t forget to follow them on Facebook and Twitter!