Freeze-Dried Golden Digest Treats Blend for Dogs & Cats - Natural Digestive Support with Papain Enzyme
100% Papaya, Apple, Banana
What’s In It
PAPAYA - PAPAIN DIGESTIVE ENZYME
Papaya is the cornerstone of this blend. It contains papain — a natural proteolytic enzyme that breaks down dietary proteins in the digestive tract, easing the digestive load on your pet's stomach and pancreas. Papain is heat-sensitive and only preserved through freeze-drying at low temperatures, making this treat one of the only shelf-stable products that delivers biologically active papain. Also rich in Vitamin C, beta-carotene, and folate for immune and antioxidant support.
APPLE - SOLUBLE FIBRE & VITAMINS A, C & E
Freeze-dried apple delivers soluble dietary fibre that feeds beneficial gut bacteria, supports healthy stool consistency, and regulates digestive transit time. Alongside fibre, apple provides a complete antioxidant trio: Vitamin A (immune and vision support), Vitamin C (cellular antioxidant protection), and Vitamin E (healthy skin and coat). Low in calories, highly digestible, and safe for all breeds and life stages.
BANANA - PREBIOTIC FIBRE & POTASSIUM
Banana contributes natural prebiotic fibre that nourishes beneficial bacteria in the gut microbiome, supporting long-term digestive health and immune function. Rich in potassium (heart and muscle support) and Vitamin B6, which aids protein metabolism — directly complementing papain's enzymatic protein-digestion action. Together, papaya and banana create a synergistic digestive support profile that no single-ingredient treat can replicate.
FREEZE DRIED AT -60°C - PAPAIN STAYS ACTIVE
Papain is destroyed by heat above 60°C — which means dehydrated or baked papaya treats deliver no active enzyme benefit. Our -60°C freeze-drying process is the only method that keeps papain biologically active in a shelf-stable product. All three fruits are freeze-dried separately at peak ripeness, preserving up to 97% of their vitamins, enzymes, and natural flavour before being combined. Produced in small, hand-sorted batches with no additives, no added sugar, and resealable packaging to maintain freshness.
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FAQ
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Papain is a natural proteolytic (protein-digesting) enzyme found in papaya. It works by breaking down protein molecules in the digestive tract into smaller, more easily absorbed amino acids — reducing the digestive workload on your pet's stomach and pancreas. It is the same class of enzyme used in human digestive health supplements and is increasingly cited by veterinary nutritionists as beneficial for dogs and cats with food protein sensitivities, irregular digestion, and IBD-adjacent conditions. Papain is heat-sensitive, meaning it is only preserved through cold freeze-drying at -60°C — which is why standard dehydrated papaya treats offer no active enzymatic benefit.
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Yes. The Digestive Blend is grain-free, vegan, hypoallergenic, and free from all common allergens including wheat, corn, soy, dairy, egg, and artificial additives. It contains no added sugar or preservatives. Because it contains three fruits rather than one, pets on strict elimination diets should be introduced to each fruit individually first to rule out individual fruit sensitivity before trying the blend. Introduce gradually over 5–7 days and monitor for any digestive response. Consult your vet if your pet has a diagnosed allergy or IBD condition.
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- Yes. Papaya flesh is completely safe for both dogs and cats when prepared correctly — which means removing the skin and seeds (which contain trace amounts of cyanide compounds) before processing. Pets Gone Wild freeze-dried papaya treats use only the flesh, with no skin, seeds, or added ingredients. Papaya is one of the few fruits actively recommended by veterinary nutritionists for digestive health in pets, specifically due to its papain enzyme content and high fibre profile..
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Pets Gone Wild Digestive Blend freeze-dried papaya, apple, and banana treats are available exclusively at petsgonewild.ca, shipped across Canada within 4 business days. Available as a single pouch or a value 3-pack. Free shipping is available on qualifying orders. These are the only freeze-dried pet treats in Canada formulated specifically around papain enzyme activity.
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Yes — papaya is one of the most targeted natural treatments for digestive sensitivity in pets. The papain enzyme directly reduces the protein load on the stomach by pre-digesting dietary proteins before they reach the small intestine, reducing bloating, gas, and digestive discomfort associated with protein intolerance. Combined with the soluble fibre from apple (which regulates stool consistency) and the prebiotic fibre from banana (which supports beneficial gut bacteria), the Digestive Blend provides multi-pathway digestive support that no single-ingredient treat can replicate. Introduce gradually over 5–7 days for pets with existing sensitivities.
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Treats should account for no more than 10% of your pet's daily caloric intake. For medium-sized dogs (10–25kg), 4–6 pieces per day is a reasonable daily amount. For small dogs or cats, 2–3 pieces is appropriate. For pets using these treats specifically for digestive support, consistency matters more than quantity — a small daily serving is more beneficial for gut health than occasional larger amounts. Always ensure fresh water is available, especially when increasing dietary fibre intake.