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Let's face it: dog treats are a smelly business. But fear not, fellow dog lovers, dog treat bags and pouches are here to save your pockets from the pungent aroma.
These stylish and practical accessories keep treats organised and accessible, without sacrificing your sense of style.
From training sessions to leisurely walks, a reliable dog treat bag is essential. Let's dive into the world of treat pouches to find the perfect one for you and your dog.
MARCH 2024 : UPDATE After a new round of testing, we've selected the newly redesigned Coachi Pro Train & Treat as our top pick. |
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8. Best Waist Bag - Doog
Features to Consider
Before you jump straight in, let's take a look at some of the points you should consider when buying a dog treat bag or pouch ?
Size
How you would like to use your dog treat bag? Will it be solely for holding dog treats for training sessions or should it carry your essentials - keys, phone and poop bags when you're out and about on a dog walk?
Attachment
How would you like to wear the treat pouch or bag when out walking? Bags can be worn in various ways - hooked onto your belt, over the shoulder or are you looking for a waist bag with its own belt included?
Washable
Ideally chose a bag which you can either throw in the washing machine or wipe down after use.
Closure
There are three main methods for closing treat bags.
For dog training sessions, we'd suggest a magnetic closing pouch. This will enable you to grab the treats one-handed without distracting your dog and not worry about them spilling on the ground whilst you concentrate on your commands.
If you are looking for the odd recall reward whilst on a dog walk, then a zip or drawstring will work well as you can use both hands.
Our Buying Guide features different sized dog treat bags and pouches with a variety of ways to wear them, so there should be something in our Top 10 for everyone and their four-legged friend. |
Our Picks of the Best Dog Treat Bags
1. Best Dog Treat Pouch Overall
Coachi
If you're looking for a great value and well designed dog treat bag, then the Pro Train & Treat from Coachi option is ideal.
Designed for quick and easy access, this pouch clips securely to your waistband and offers a generous opening for grabbing treats.
It hasn't got all the bells and whistles that some of the large bags offer, but in testing it works exceptionally well as a small treat pouch.
We're impressed with Coachi's recent updates. A hidden magnetic closure replaces the old fiddly drawstring, and a spacious zipped pocket now accommodates most smartphones.
There’s even a mesh pocket for poo bags and a whistle. This streamlined design, available in vibrant colour combinations, is a fantastic improvement.
Our Verdict - We think that the Coachi Pro Treat & Train is a no-frills option that delivers on practicality |
Dimensions - ( W H D ) : 22 x 18 x 2 cm
Reasons to Buy
+ Great value
+ Magnetic treat pocket closure
+ Easy to use one- handed
+ Zipped pocket for keys or phone
+ Colour options
Reasons to Avoid
- If you're looking for a walking bag
- Zipped pocket won't fit large phones
2. Best Treat Pouch for Training
Ruffwear
If you're looking for something waist-worn, practical and unobtrusive, this treat bag from Ruffwear is ideal.
This newly updated little bag is a gem. You have a choice of attachments with an adjustable belt included or you can clip it directly to your waistband if your prefer. The integral belt is the big selling point as it can be worn with any clothing.
Whilst admittedly it's a slightly more expensive option than the Coachi Pro Train & Treat, as you'd expect from Ruffwear, it's incredibly durable and designed to stand the test of time.
Easy to clean it has a washable outer and waterproof inner liner. Ruffwear have updated the shell material for grime resistance and easy cleaning. Plus they've added a small zippered pocket with key hook.
A well thought out design, the treat bag is easily opened with the pull of a tab and it cleverly snaps shut using a magnetic closure so easy to use one handed.
Our Verdict - We recommend the Kurgo Go Stuff-It treat bag because it's fairly small, simple, well designed and easily cleaned, this is a great value and long lasting dog treat bag. |
Dimensions: (HxWxD): 15.5 x 12 x 3.2 cm | Adjustable belt fits waists up to 48"
Reasons to Buy
+ Integral belt
+ Magnetic closure
+ Durable design
+ Easy to use one-handed
+ Compact
Reasons to Avoid
- Pricier option
- Purely for treats and maybe keys
3. Best Alternative Treat Pouch
Kurgo
If you're looking for a small dog treat bag which you can simply snap on your belt, then these bright Kurgo dog treat bags - Go Stuff It, are a good option.
If you haven't heard of the brand Kurgo, it's a leading manufacturer of US pet travel and safety products.
So, as you'd expect these dog treat bags are well designed and excellent quality. We particularly liked that they offer a wide opening so you can easily reach your treats.
There's also a drawstring closure to keep them fresh and avoid any spillages whilst you're out and about.
What's more, the Kurgo pouch also incorporates two attachment options - a strong plastic belt clip or a small carabiner which could attach to a belt or coat loop.
Better still, there's a small zipped pocket at the back large enough to stash your keys, a few poo bags or dog wipes. You have a choice of this bright blue, a rather smart navy with orange or red with a blue interior.
The only downside we could find when testing, was the carabiner was quite small so rather fiddly to attach.
Our Verdict -It's practical design and easy care make it a great value for money. This durable pouch is perfect for carrying essentials like treats, poo bags, and keys. |
Dimensions - (W H D) : 14 x 7.6 x 19 cm
Reasons to Buy
+ Small and compact
+ 2 attachment options
+ Zipped second compartment
+ Drawstring opening
Reasons to Avoid
- Only one extra compartment
- Carabiner tricky to attach
4. Best Small Treat Pouch
Top Dog
Sometimes simpler is better ! This small but perfectly formed treat pouch is available from UK company Top Dog.
This perfectly sized accessory is designed for ultimate convenience. Its small, lightweight build and lack of fussy zips make it a breeze to carry.
The ingenious magnetic closure opens quickly with a simple push, securely snapping shut to keep treats safe. In testing, we loved the simplicity and found it perfect to grab for walks, play in the garden or even visits to the groomers & vets.
Attach it to your lead, belt, or backpack using the handy carabiner for hands-free treat distribution. Available in six understated colors.
Our Verdict - A small, perfectly designed treat pouch which offers a great value solution |
Dimensions - ( W H D ) :11.5 x11.3 cm
Reasons to Buy
+ Small
+ Easy access
+ Great value
Reasons to Avoid
- Wipe clean only
5. Best Pouch for Wet Treats
Navaris
These silicon treat pouches offer a great alternative to the fabric treat bag. Made from silicone they are available in a two pack with large clips for attaching directly to your waistband.
We found these clips durable but a bit too big and bulky on thin material - they definitely work better if you're wearing jeans. It's worth noting that there are no other attachment options.
The key feature of these pouches is they're incredibly easy to clean with soapy water. Perfect if you're planning on using high-value, wet dog training treats such as cheese or meat as a food based reward.
Super lightweight they cleverly use integral magnets to keep the pouch shut between uses. Available in lots of colour combinations.
Dimensions - ( W H D ) :12.8 x 10.7 x 4.8cm
Reasons to Buy
+ Easy to clean
+ Suitable for moist treats
Reasons to Avoid
- Only attaches to waist band
6. Best Dog Walking Bag
Barking Bags
If you're looking for a treat bag with a few extra pockets, then take a look at the award-winning Original Dog Walking Bag from Barking Bags.
So Freddie and I took the Barking Bag for a few test walks and we think you'll love the organisation it offers.
As an extremely forgetful person, I am constantly delving into various coat pockets looking for poo bags, treats, tissues, and I always miss that all important photo op because I can't find my phone quickly enough.
The Barking Bags Original Dog Walking Bag is a game-changer for organised dog walkers.
Its multiple pockets and compartments keep everything neatly in place, from treats and poo bags to your phone, keys and bottle of water. Say goodbye to rummaging through coat pockets!
This sturdy, waterproof bag includes a comfortable shoulder strap and a safety-boosting luminous strip. Perfect for days our and long adventures.
For those seeking a simpler option, Barking Bags also offer a compact bag without compromising on quality.
If you'd like more information about all its bells and whistles, read our full review of Barking Bags
Dimensions : 25 H x 32 W x 8 D cm
Reasons to Buy :
+ A pocket for everything
+ Multiple ways to wear
+ Water resistant
+ Separate treat pocket
+ Unisex design
Reasons to Avoid :
- If you want a compact bag
Buying Options
7. Best Instagrammable Bag
Cocopup
If you are planning to impress at the park, then a coordinated set of accessories could be the way to go.
Coconut Lane has taken the obsession for instagrammable matching accessories to another level. You can now buy a whole range of matching dog accessories from their sister brand Cocopup!
It's compact, water-resistant and wipe clean.
OK, so the pouch has a zip closure to keep the treats safe which isn't the easiest to operate one handed if you are training, but it works well on dog walks.
Their simple but stylish treat pouch has a carabiner style clip, so is easily attached to your bag, belt or coordinated with their utterly gorgeous walking bag and clipped directly to the coordinating strap for easy access.
Available in three different colours - black, mocha (grey) and tan.
The walking bag features an integral poop bag dispenser and both external and internal zipped compartments to keep your phone and keys away from your dog stuff.
With an on-trend range of bag strap designs, coordinating straps, phone covers and scrunchies you can be photo ready!
Our Verdict - We love the Cocopup dog walking bag but not the treat pouch. We're not fans of zipped openings on treat pouches and sure enough within 6 months the zip had broken. Our advice, buy the bag and use a different treat pouch |
Dimensions - (W H D ) : 8.5 x 9 x 3cm
Reasons to Buy
+ Great walking bag
+ On trend design
+ Coordinating accessories
Reasons to Avoid
- Zip closure on treat pouch
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8. Best Waist Bag
Doog
Doog is an Australian dog brand founded way back in 2007. The Walkie Belt was the first product they launched, and it won multiple innovation awards.
Designed to wear around your waist as a belt, it sits snugly on your hips so you hardly know it's there.
Since launch the dog belt has undergone various updates. The new and improved version has 2 small yet strong carabiners, and the front pocket is larger to fit the bigger sized phones, plus more treats.
It boasts two zipped pockets for valuables and treats along with a pocket designed to hold poo bags (it comes pre-loaded with some eco-friendly poo bags).
We love the blue and red combination but it's also available in grey/ pink and black.
If you prefer a more traditional shoulder bag, the Doog range offers a shoulder bag and a mini belt for running with your dog.
Our Verdict - We recommend the Doog walking belt if you want a dog treat carrying solution to wear around your waist but are ideally looking for something more stylish and streamlined than a traditional bum bag. |
Dimensions -
Walkie Belt extends from 70cm to 130cm
Reasons to Buy
+ Innovative design
+ Streamlined
+ Durable
Reasons to Avoid
- If you prefer a shoulder bag or clip on pouch
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9. Best Designed Small Bag
PuiPet
Surprisingly spacious, we love this treat pouch by PuiPet which has several pockets for treats and your phone but at the same time is designed to sit flat against your body.
The PuiPet treat pouch boasts a standout feature: a large, magnetically sealed treat pocket that's effortless to access with one hand.
Thoughtfully designed with multiple pockets, this pouch comfortably holds essentials like poo bags, keys, and even a phone.
Its stylish felt exterior adds a touch of flair, while the waterproof inner pockets keep your belongings safe. Admittedly the felt outer isn't waterproof which is a consideration, but due to its flat design it can comfortably be worn under a jacket.
Enjoy the flexibility of wearing it around your waist or as a crossbody bag thanks to the adjustable belt.
Our Verdict - Stylish mid-sized treat bag, ideal to grab and go for a hour's dog walk. |
Dimensions - ( W H ) : 23cm x 17cm
Reasons to Buy
+ Magnetised treat pocket
+ Several spacious pockets
+ Wearable options
Reasons to Avoid
- Not waterproof
10. Most Versatile Bag
Pecute
We love this Pecute Dog Treat Bag which is at the larger end of the treat bag scale so ideal for those longer weekend walks.
The previous version was well designed but the new and upgraded version is even better if you're looking for a bag to hold all your dog walking essentials!
We love the flexibility the Pecute dog bag offers. It can be worn attached to your belt using the integral metal clip, around your waist using the belt provided or use the shoulder strap
It's one of the few bags to offer all three options. The upgraded treat bag is now slightly larger and has a handy pocket to hold a water bottle.
The main compartment stores treats whilst the larger zipped pocket is ideal for storing your phone and we loved the cleverly built-in poop bag dispenser.
This treat bag arrives with a few extra touches including a roll of poo bags, clicker and a collapsible water bowl.
If you're interested in the Pecute bag, it's available in two sizes and more details and photos of the Pecute Treat Bag are available in our in-depth Dog Walking Bags review.
Our Verdict - Ultimately, both sizes are slightly larger than most of the treat pouches featured here, so it really depends how you use your treat bag - solely for treats or to store phone, keys and poo bags too. |
Dimensions - ( W H D ) : Upgraded bag 20 x 20 x 7 cm | Original bag 10.5 x 17.5 x 6 cm
Reasons to Buy
+ Flexible attachments
+ Lots of compartments
+ Great value
+ Shoulder strap option
+ Integrated poop bag dispenser
+ Water bottle compartment
Reasons to Avoid
- Larger than a treat pouch
Our Verdict
Whichever dog treat bag you choose, your dog is sure to be delighted that their favourite treats are so close at hand.
If you want a treat bag which attaches to your waistband and handles your dog treats, keys and poo bags then we'd recommend taking a closer look at the Coachi Pro Train & Treat bag, we promise you won't be disappointed.
On the other hand, if you are looking for a bigger bag which will carry all your stuff including phone, water bottle etc, on a dog walk then you can't go wrong with the beautifully designed Barking Bags Original.
Thanks for dropping by and reading our review of the Best Dog Treat Bags and Pouches: Stylish Solutions for Walks
