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PETITE WHOLE MINNOWS
Naturally rich in Omega’s to support skin & coat health.
Texture: Soft and chewy
"Whole prey fish like minnows provide a complete nutritional profile — protein, Omega-3s, calcium from real bones — in exactly the form a cat's body evolved to absorb."
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Ingredients
Sugar-Free
Preservative-Free
100% US Sourced 🇺🇸
King Lou WHOLE MINNOWS
Whole Minnows
TEMPTATIONS
Chicken By-Product Meal, Ground Corn, Animal Fat, Wheat Flour, Brewers Rice, Dried Meat By-Products, Natural Flavors, Brewers Dried Yeast, Potassium...
(Ground Corn, Wheat Flour, Brewers Rice)
(Salt listed)
Over 50,000+ happy customers
Here are some of our favorite reviews.
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My cat loves his minnows!
I started giving my cat the freeze dried minnows cut up on top of his food and now he refuses to eat unless they're included! Love that they're a single-ingredient, low carb treat for my diabetic kitty.
Joyce
J
My cats are OBSESSED
Started ordering the freeze dried minnows for our four cats and they could not love these treats more. They (impatiently) wait every night for them and we're super pleased with the shipping and overall quality.
John
J
My Cat Attacked the Bag
My cat loved these so much my cat kept trying to get to the bag after trying a couple. By far his favorite treat now over freeze dried salmon & turkey pieces.
Emily
E
Freeze dried minnows
These were a hit! So much so that the bag has to be hidden afterwards because my cat, Linda, turns into a feral when she sees the bag 😂
Kasey
K
Kitten loves the minnows
My kitten is absolutely obsessed with the minnow treats. I don't feel guilty giving them to her since they're a whole ingredient. I'm excited to try other treat options from this shop.
Samantha
S
Whole Minnows
My cat just goes crazy for these. They are great as just a little snack or a topper on a well balanced meal. Highly recommend.
Hope
H
CAT-LICIOUS!
My little Oliver Twist goes absolutely nuts over these! He gets a few with dinner every night which has his skin & coat looking beautiful & his belly happy!
Brenna
B
Great treats
My picky cat loves these treats. Goes crazy for them! Satisfying to watch him crunch on them.
Adrienne
A
Great allergy friendly snacks!
My cat has a chicken allergy and she couldn't have treats until now! I love these healthy single protein snack options and so does my cat!
Kristi
K
Amazing Product!
am new to the raw/freeze-dried/healthy alternatives for pets. I've always given those pet store processed treats. I will NEVER go back! My cat's health has improved since making the switch. I also trust King Lou. Their single-ingredient products are perfect!
Everyone is obsessed!
My cats now rush to the treat jar whenever I open it for the minnows, they can't get enough. My dog loves all of it! Amazing company.
Lauren
L
My dog has never loved a treat more than this one
These treats are a hit! All 5 cats devoured these.
Whole minnows
E
King Lou minnows
King Lou products are the very best treats I've ever given my cat. This was my first time ordering, the minnows were fresh and they were really big. Definitely will be buying more...
Helene
H
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“Knowing this sooner could’ve saved Lou’s life”
Dear cat parent,
My name is Clayton Farris and I'm the founder of King Lou Pets.
In November 2019, I lost my beloved Labradoodle Lou to a form of heart disease called Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM). He was just 9 years old.
Lou's untimely passing was one of the most heartbreaking experiences I've gone through so far… But it was not in vain. It inspired me to create this company in his honor.
If only I knew about the impact of high quality nutrition before, Lou could've been here for longer. My mission is to make it easy for pet parents to access the best foods possible so their loved ones can live a long, healthy, and happy life through the power of nutrition.
That mission doesn't stop at dogs. When I looked at what the pet industry was selling cat parents as "treats" — Chicken By-Product Meal, Ground Corn, Wheat Flour, artificial colors — I knew cats deserved better too. That's why we created our freeze-dried whole minnows. Real, whole fish. One ingredient. The kind of food your cat's body was actually built to eat. Not a processed nugget shaped like a fish — an actual fish.
50,000+ Satisfied Customers
Frequently asked questions
Our products are hand-made with care in small batches in USDA & FDA-certified facilities.
Right here in the USA!
Yes! Because the only ingredient is minnows, they are an excellent, single-ingredient addition to a raw diet.
Yes.
Yes, freeze-dried minnows are very brittle. You can easily crumble them into a powder over their regular food or rehydrate them with a little warm water to make them soft.
Nope!
Nope!
No, they are a 100% single-ingredient treat. The only ingredient listed on the label is “Minnows”.
Yes.
While the exact date will be printed on your package, freeze-dried treats typically have a long shelf life of 18 to 24 months when kept sealed in proper conditions.
Store them in a cool, dry place in their original sealed container. There is no need to refrigerate them.
Yes. The freeze-drying process makes the tiny bones very brittle, meaning they crumble easily and are perfectly safe for your pets to chew and digest.
Based on the label’s feeding chart, for a pet weighing 5–15 lbs (the average size of a cat or small dog), the recommended amount is 2 to 3 pieces per day.
Absolutely! The label provides specific feeding instructions for dogs of all sizes, ranging from 2-3 pieces a day for a 5 lb dog, up to 8+ pieces a day for dogs over 75 lbs.
Orders typically ship within 1-2 business days and arrive in 2-3 business days via UPS or USPS.
Call us at (844) 546-4568
Text us at (844) 546-4568
Email us at hello@kingloupets.com
E
EG
My cat loves his minnows!
I started giving my cat the freeze dried minnows cut up on top of his food and now he refuses to eat unless they're included! Love that they're a single-ingredient, low carb treat for my diabetic kitty.
J
Joyce
My cats are OBSESSED
Started ordering the freeze dried minnows for our four cats and they could not love these treats more. They (impatiently) wait every night for them and we're super pleased with the shipping and overall quality.
J
John
My Cat Attacked the Bag
My cat loved these so much my cat kept trying to get to the bag after trying a couple. By far his favorite treat now over freeze dried salmon & turkey pieces.
E
Emily
Freeze dried minnows
These were a hit! So much so that the bag has to be hidden afterwards because my cat, Linda, turns into a feral when she sees the bag 😂
K
Kasey
Kitten loves the minnows
My kitten is absolutely obsessed with the minnow treats. I don't feel guilty giving them to her since they're a whole ingredient. I'm excited to try other treat options from this shop.
S
Samantha
Whole Minnows
My cat just goes crazy for these. They are great as just a little snack or a topper on a well balanced meal. Highly recommend.
H
Hope
CAT-LICIOUS!
My little Oliver Twist goes absolutely nuts over these! He gets a few with dinner every night which has his skin & coat looking beautiful & his belly happy!
B
Brenna
Great treats
My picky cat loves these treats. Goes crazy for them! Satisfying to watch him crunch on them.
A
Adrienne
Great allergy friendly snacks!
My cat has a chicken allergy and she couldn't have treats until now! I love these healthy single protein snack options and so does my cat!
K
Kristi
Amazing Product!
am new to the raw/freeze-dried/healthy alternatives for pets. I've always given those pet store processed treats. I will NEVER go back! My cat's health has improved since making the switch. I also trust King Lou. Their single-ingredient products are perfect!
L
Lauren
Everyone is obsessed!
My cats now rush to the treat jar whenever I open it for the minnows, they can't get enough. My dog loves all of it! Amazing company.
E
Whole minnows
My dog has never loved a treat more than this one
These treats are a hit! All 5 cats devoured these.
H
Helene
King Lou minnows
King Lou products are the very best treats I've ever given my cat. This was my first time ordering, the minnows were fresh and they were really big. Definitely will be buying more...
Ingredients
Single Ingredient
Grain-Free
Human-grade
High Protein (30%+)
Rich in Omega-3s (EPA & DHA)
No Added Sodium
100% US Sourced 🇺🇸
King Lou WHOLE MINNOWS
Whole Minnows
TEMPTATIONS
Chicken By-Product Meal, Ground Corn, Animal Fat, Wheat Flour, Brewers Rice, Dried Meat By-Products, Natural Flavors, Brewers Dried Yeast, Potassium Chloride, Choline Chloride, Salt, DL-Methionine, Taurine, Calcium Carbonate, Vitamin E Supplement, Zinc Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Dried Cheese, Mixed Tocopherols, Copper Sulfate, Vitamin A Supplement, Citric Acid, Niacin Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement, Manganese Sulfate, Thiamine Mononitrate, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Biotin, Potassium Iodide, Folic Acid, Rosemary Extract
(Ground Corn, Wheat Flour, Brewers Rice)
(Salt listed)
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Customer Reviews
Stop feeding your cats with treats made from corn, wheat, and mystery "by-products"!
Here Are The 5 Reasons Why These "Strange" Little Fish Are The Healthiest Treat You Can Give Your Cat — Starting TODAY!
Here’s why you should act now before it’s too late!
1
The crunchy texture of whole minnows naturally scrapes plaque and tartar from your cat's teeth — no toothbrush required
Every time your cat crunches through a freeze-dried minnow — bones, scales, and all — it's getting a mini dental cleaning. The natural abrasion from chewing through a whole fish gently scrapes plaque buildup and stimulates the gums, similar to how wild cats maintain dental health by eating whole prey. It's nature's toothbrush — except your cat actually wants to use it.
2
The tiny bones in whole minnows are a natural source of calcium and phosphorus — minerals most cat treats completely lack
Each tiny fish delivers bioavailable calcium and phosphorus that supports strong teeth, healthy bones, and proper muscle function. Your cat's body absorbs these minerals far more efficiently when compared to synthetic calcium!
3
Whole minnows are packed with Omega-3 fatty acids that can visibly transform your cat's coat, skin, and energy levels.
The Omega-3 fatty acids in whole minnows (EPA and DHA) are the same nutrients vets recommend for skin conditions, dull coats, and inflammatory issues — except instead of an expensive fish oil supplement, your cat gets them naturally by crunching through a real, whole fish.
4
Whole minnows help reduce hairballs by supporting healthy digestion and coat health from the inside out
The Omega-3s in whole minnows don't just make your cat's coat shinier — they make it healthier at the follicle level, which means less excessive shedding and fewer loose hairs your cat swallows during grooming.
5
At 55%+ protein and ZERO carbs, whole minnows deliver the exact macronutrient profile your cat's body was built to process
Your cat is an obligate carnivore. That means their body is literally designed to run on animal protein and fat — not corn, wheat, and soy. Whole freeze-dried minnows contain pure animal protein, healthy fats, zero carbs, zero fillers. It's the treat equivalent of feeding your cat what it would catch in the wild.
Is your cat showing any of these signs?
Dull, dry coat
Frequent hairballs
Low energy
Picky eating
Bad breath
Overweight
If you answered yes to at least one of them, your cat's current treats could be part of the problem.
And if not...
It's well known that many diet-related health issues in cats develop silently over years.
So you shouldn't wait for symptoms to appear before upgrading your cat's treats to something their body actually recognizes as food.
The grains, fillers, and by-products in most commercial cat treats contribute directly to these issues. Whole minnows address every single one — Omega-3s for coat and skin, crunchy bones for dental health, pure protein for lean muscle, and zero carbs to prevent weight gain.
Here’s what can you do about it...
Now that we've highlighted how the wrong treats are quietly damaging your cat's health, let's discuss your actual options for giving your cat real, whole-prey nutrition.
1.
You could source fresh, whole minnows or sardines from a fish market, freeze them yourself, ensure they're pathogen-free, and hand-feed them to your cat daily. Some raw-feeding purists do exactly this.
Difficulty 10/10
Cost 9/10
Feed a Complete Raw Diet (With Whole Fish)
The only problem is that this is extremely demanding — sourcing safe, human-grade whole fish consistently is hard, storing raw fish in your freezer is messy, and the smell… let's just say your family won't thank you.
2.
You could buy fish oil capsules or liquid supplements to get your cat the Omega-3s, but you'd still be missing the calcium from real bones, the dental benefits from crunching whole fish, the mental enrichment, and the pure protein. Plus, try getting a cat to swallow a fish oil capsule. Good luck.
Difficulty 6/10
Cost 8/10
But… fish oil supplements only deliver one piece of what whole minnows provide naturally. That leaves us with…
Expensive Fish Oil Supplements
3.
All the benefits of raw, whole fish — without the mess, the smell, or the hassle!
Difficulty 1/10
Cost 2/10
King Lou's Freeze Dried Whole Minnows
Whole minnows, freeze-dried at peak freshness. All the Omega-3s, the calcium-rich bones, the crunchy dental scrubbing, the 60% protein — in a shelf-stable treat you can pull out of the pantry and hand to your cat in 2 seconds flat. No thawing. No fish smell in your kitchen. No mess.
Meet nature's perfect cat treat.
Each bag contains real, whole minnows — head, bones, scales, organs, and all — gently freeze-dried to kill pathogens while preserving every single nutrient in its raw, natural form. This is as close as your house cat gets to catching its own fish.
PETITE WHOLE MINNOWS
Texture: Soft and chewy
Here's why whole minnows deliver what no other cat treat can:
The real bones inside each minnow provide natural calcium and phosphorus — the same bone-building minerals your cat would get from catching prey in the wild. Most commercial treats use synthetic calcium carbonate instead. Your cat's body knows the difference.
Each tiny fish is loaded with Omega-3 fatty acids (EPA & DHA) — the exact nutrients vets prescribe expensive fish oil supplements for. Except your cat gets them naturally, in a treat they actually beg for, by eating a real, whole fish.
The satisfying crunch of biting through a whole minnow scrapes plaque off teeth and stimulates gums — it's the same mechanical cleaning action that wild cats get from crunching through prey bones. Your cat gets a dental cleaning with every single treat.
At 60% protein and virtually zero carbs, minnows match your cat's ancestral macronutrient needs perfectly.
And because each minnow is a whole, intact fish, your cat gets genuine mental enrichment — tearing into a real prey item engages hunting instincts, provides jaw exercise, and keeps your cat stimulated and satisfied in a way that a processed, uniform-shaped kibble treat never will.
How do whole minnows keep your cat healthy?
One single ingredient — whole minnows, nothing else
No cooking, no thawing, no fish smell — pull from pantry and serve
Whole fish with real bones, organs, and scales intact
Crunchy bone structure naturally scrapes plaque off teeth
Loaded with Omega-3s (EPA & DHA) for coat, skin, and brain health
Real bone = natural calcium and phosphorus
Human-grade, ethically sourced fish
No grains, fillers, by-products, or preservatives
No artificial colors, flavors, or mystery "natural flavors"
Freeze-dried to kill pathogens — raw nutrition, shelf-stable safety
Made in USA with USA ingredients
50,000+ Satisfied Customers
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If your dogs do not like the treats, or jump, bark and wag their tails from absolute joy when they see you holding our treat bag, you get your money back in full.
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The Complete Dental Health Bundle
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PETITE WHOLE MINNOWS
100% Money-Back Guarantee
If your dogs do not like the treats, or jump, bark and wag their tails from absolute joy when they see you holding our treat bag, you get your money back in full.
LIMITED TIME OFFER
The Complete Dental Health Bundle
$80 $100
1 x Whole Chicken Feet
1 x Whole Duck Feet
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Diverse mix of treats that reach every nook & cranny of your dog’s mouth for optimal dental care!
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Buy 2 Get 1 FREE
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PETITE WHOLE MINNOWS
100% Money-Back Guarantee
If your dogs do not like the treats, or jump, bark and wag their tails from absolute joy when they see you holding our treat bag, you get your money back in full.
LIMITED TIME OFFER
The Complete Dental Health Bundle
$80 $100
1 x Whole Chicken Feet
1 x Whole Duck Feet
1 x Whole Chicken Wing Tip
1 x Whole Duck Necks
Diverse mix of treats that reach every nook & cranny of your dog’s mouth for optimal dental care!
Best deal - FREE SHIPPING
Save With Our Bundles
Buy 2 Get 1 FREE
$50 $75
1 FREE TREAT
PETITE WHOLE MINNOWS
100% Money-Back Guarantee
If your dogs do not like the treats, or jump, bark and wag their tails from absolute joy when they see you holding our treat bag, you get your money back in full.
LIMITED TIME OFFER
The Complete Dental Health Bundle
$80 $100
1 x Whole Chicken Feet
1 x Whole Duck Feet
1 x Whole Chicken Wing Tip
1 x Whole Duck Necks
Diverse mix of treats that reach every nook & cranny of your dog’s mouth for optimal dental care!
Best deal - FREE SHIPPING
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