Fruitables Skinny Minis Variety Pack Review — Low-Cal Training Treats

Intro — why I tried this variety pack

I’ve been hunting for low-calorie training rewards that actually get my dogs’ attention without turning every walk into a snack fest. Fruitables Soft and Chewy Skinny Minis Variety Pack caught my eye because it promises mini, chewy, low-cal treats specifically geared toward training. The listing shows six different 5‑ounce bags in a single pack, each with a different flavor profile, and it calls out low calories, high fiber, and natural ingredients. I put these on rotation during leash training, cue reinforcement and casual reward moments to see how they performed in real life.

What it is — quick first look

At face value this is a training-focused variety pack: six individual 5‑ounce bags of Fruitables Skinny Minis, each sold as a small, chewy, flower-shaped treat. The brand markets them as "skinny in calories, mini in size," made in the USA, and suitable for all life stages. The core product benefits listed are low calorie, high fiber, antioxidant- and vitamin-rich treats, free of wheat, corn, soy, and artificial ingredients, colors and preservatives. The listing also highlights specific flavors included in the pack: Pumpkin & Mango, Apple & Bacon, Pumpkin & Berry, Chicken, Bison (grilled bison), and Watermelon.

In daily use / hands-on testing

My routine with these treats quickly split into clear use cases: high-frequency training, low-effort reinforcement for older dogs, and variety sampling for picky noses. Because each individual bite is small and chewy, they’re easy to pop into cue-based sessions without overdoing calories. The listing states each treat is only 3 calories, which is the core reason many people reach for these as a training treat — they let you reward frequently without adding a lot of extra calories to a dog’s day.

Training sessions

• Timing: The mini size makes them ideal for rapid-fire clicker or marker training. I could give multiple bites over a 5–10 minute drill without worrying about a big calorie hit.
• Motivation: The packs are offered in a lot of different flavors, and having multiple flavors in rotation helped keep interest high in longer sessions. In my experience the variety helps prevent the "treat boredom" that sometimes kills session momentum.
• Portability: The bag format makes it easy to toss a small bag in a training pouch. The listing lists the container type as a bag, but it doesn’t specify if the bag is resealable, so I kept a small clip and a secondary resealable pouch handy when using these on walks.

Senior and dental-compromised dogs

• The treats are described as soft and chewy, and in long-term use I found them gentle enough for older dogs or dogs with dental issues. Notes from extended use say they’re "soft enough for an 11‑year‑old" and even suitable for toothless dogs, which matches my own experience breaking them into smaller pieces for fragile mouths.

Picky eaters and flavor notes

• Most flavors were clear winners in my house — apple/bacon and chicken were especially popular. A minority of palates reacted differently: watermelon was one flavor that didn’t land with every dog. The variety pack makes it easy to skip a single flavor without losing the overall stash.
• The treats have a noticeable, natural aroma out of the bag. In my home the smell didn’t read as chemically — more like concentrated real ingredients — but it is strong enough that dogs can find the cupboard if you’re not careful.

Materials & build quality (what these treats are made of)

Because this is a consumable, "build quality" isn’t about plastic or seams — it’s about formulation and portioning. The listing calls out a few headline points that matter for ingredient-conscious pet parents:

• Special ingredients called out include pumpkin, mango, apple, bacon, bison, chicken and watermelon.
• Free of wheat, corn, soy and artificial ingredients, colors, and preservatives.
• Gluten free is mentioned in the product copy.
• Produced in the USA with high-quality sourced ingredients.
• Item form: dry, container type: bag, and each bag weighs 5 ounces. The variety pack contains one of each flavor (six 5‑ounce bags total).

The texture is intentionally soft and chewy, which shows that Fruitables tuned these for easy chewing and quick consumption during training. The flower-shaped mini design is small enough to be broken into even tinier pieces if you want a micro-reward during long sessions.

Safety considerations

Safety is always first for me. Here’s what the product facts and hands-on use say about safety and fit:

• Portion control: Each treat is small (mini size) and listed at 3 calories each, which makes frequent rewarding safer for weight management. Even so, keep an eye on daily caloric budget — the low-per-treat count helps but doesn’t replace tracking overall intake.
• Ingredient sensitivities: The variety includes animal proteins like chicken and bison and flavorings like bacon. If your dog has a known protein allergy, avoid the offending flavor: the listing explicitly identifies those flavors, so you can pick and choose. The listing also claims the treats are free of wheat, corn, soy and artificial additives, which helps some allergy-prone dogs but does not guarantee suitability for every sensitive pup because full ingredient lists aren’t provided in the product facts.
• Choking/size: The treats are mini and chewy, and long-term use indicates they’re safe for small dogs and older dogs who need softer textures. Still, supervise dogs who gulp or inhale treats whole; break into smaller pieces if needed.
• Packaging: The listing identifies the product as sold in bags, but it doesn’t state whether the bags are resealable. In my routine I used a clip or a secondary resealable pouch to keep the treats fresh and to prevent crumbling in my training bag.
• Medical/dietary guidance: The product description uses the phrase "animal food diet type: special diet," but I avoid treating any snack as a substitute for a professional-prescribed diet. If your dog is on a special diet or has strict nutritional restrictions, check with a qualified professional before adding any treats to their daily intake.

Cleaning & storage

These are dry treats sold in 5‑ounce bags. The listing doesn’t specify a resealable closure, storage life or best-by information in the product facts shown, so I recommend transferring opened bags to a sealed container or using a clip to preserve freshness. Because the treats carry a natural aroma, airtight storage also keeps curious noses from finding the stash between training sessions.

Durability, longevity & value

Longevity in consumables means shelf life and portion economics. The listing shows a 6‑bag bundle (one 5‑ounce bag per flavor) — a good format for sampling flavors or for keeping flavor variety in rotation. Owners regularly report that the bags keep their dogs happy over time; the main long-term complaint in use notes is price relative to bag size when you have multiple dogs that go through treats quickly.

• Value: The pack is convenient for variety and sampling, but several long-term users noted the 5‑ounce bag size becomes costly if you’re rewarding many times a day or have multiple dogs.
• Storage & shelf life: The listing doesn’t publish specific shelf-life dates or whether the bags are resealable, so plan to store opened bags tightly sealed and rotate stock as needed.

Who this is for — and who should skip it

Great fit

• Owners who need a low-calorie treat to support frequent training: the listing emphasizes the mini size and low calorie count per treat (3 calories each).
• People who want multiple flavors without buying multiple full-size bags. The six 5‑ounce bags are handy for sampling or rotating flavors.
• Families with small dogs, puppies, or senior dogs who need softer chews: the texture is soft and chewy, and real-world use shows these treats are suitable for fragile mouths.
• Owners who prefer treats made without wheat, corn, soy, artificial colors or preservatives and want products produced in the USA.

Who should skip or be cautious

• Households with multiple medium/large dogs that go through treats fast — the 5‑ounce bag size can disappear quickly and some long-term users noted the cost can add up.
• Dogs with specific protein allergies: the variety pack includes chicken, bison and bacon flavors. If your dog has a known sensitivity to a flavoring or protein, avoid that flavor because the package lists those specific flavors.
• If you need guaranteed resealable packaging or a predictable count of treats per bag: the listing doesn’t specify resealability or exact treat counts, so plan to implement your own storage and portioning system.

Practical tips from long-term use

• Keep one small bag clipped inside your training pouch and store the rest sealed in a cupboard. The aroma is strong enough that dogs can find the cupboard if you don’t keep them out of sight.
• Break the treats into smaller pieces for micro-rewards during long sessions — the mini, flower shape makes this easy.
• If you’re managing weight, factor the 3 calories per treat into your dog’s daily calorie allowance; the low calorie count helps but doesn’t remove the need for tracking.
• Use the pack to test which flavors your dog prefers before committing to larger single-flavor purchases, especially if you have a picky eater.

Verdict — final thoughts

I like Fruitables Skinny Minis Variety Pack because it does exactly what it promises: bite-sized, low-calorie, soft training treats in a variety of flavors. For training-focused households, especially those with small dogs, puppies, or seniors, these treats are a solid go-to. They are easy to portion, easy to chew, and the variety keeps sessions fresh. The product facts support the claims (3 calories per treat, six 5‑ounce bags, free of wheat/corn/soy and artificial ingredients, produced in the USA), and long-term use aligns with those points — dogs tend to love the flavors, and the texture is gentle for older mouths.

The main trade-offs are bag size vs. household needs and the occasional flavor your dog may not like (watermelon being the most commonly less-popular among dogs in long-term notes). If you reward a lot or have multiple treat-motivated dogs, expect to go through bags quickly, and factor that into your ongoing cost. Also, the listing doesn’t specify resealable packaging or a full ingredient panel in the product facts provided here, so if you need a fully transparent ingredient breakdown or resealable bags, check the manufacturer info before buying.

Check before you buy — quick checklist

• Confirm the six flavors match your household preferences: Pumpkin & Mango, Apple & Bacon, Pumpkin & Berry, Chicken, Bison (grilled bison), Watermelon.
• Note bag sizing: the pack contains six 5‑ounce bags (one of each flavor), totaling 30 ounces in the listed unit count.
• Each treat is listed as only 3 calories — plan portioning accordingly for training sessions.
• Check for protein sensitivities: the variety includes animal proteins and flavorings; avoid flavors that contain proteins your dog is allergic to.
• The listing states the treats are free of wheat, corn, soy, and artificial colors/preservatives and are produced in the USA.
• If you require resealable packaging or a full ingredient list, the listing here doesn't specify those details — verify with the manufacturer or full product page.

Colors and packaging (what to expect visually)

The product images suggest distinct packaging colors tied to each flavor. Available colors may include:

• orange (pumpkin & mango / pumpkin & berry packaging)
• red (apple & bacon)
• brown (grilled bison)
• yellow (chicken)
• green (watermelon)

These color cues make it easy to pull the flavor you want without reading the tiny print in a training pouch.

Final pros & cons (quick)

• Pros: mini size for repeated rewards, only 3 calories per treat, soft and chewable for seniors/puppies, variety pack for flavor rotation, free of wheat/corn/soy and artificial additives, produced in the USA.
• Cons: 5‑ounce bags can be small for multi-dog homes, one flavor (watermelon) isn’t universally loved, packaging resealability is not specified in the product facts shown here.

Where I’d use these most

• Clicker training and cue chaining where you need rapid, small rewards.
• Puppy socialization and short reinforcement drills where calories are a concern.
• Senior dogs and dogs with dental sensitivity that need soft, chewy treats.
• Flavor testing before committing to a single-flavor bulk purchase.

Verdict summary

Fruitables Skinny Minis Variety Pack is a reliable, training-focused snack option that delivers on its core promises: small bites, low calories, and soft texture in multiple flavors. It’s an excellent tool for high-frequency training and for households that benefit from variety to hold a dog’s interest. Check the flavor list if your dog has protein sensitivities, and plan for the bag size if you have multiple treat-happy dogs. Overall, these are a very usable, palatable set of training treats that I’d recommend trying if you want low-calorie, soft rewards produced in the USA.