# Pet-Friendly Peanut Butters Buddy Budder Makes Natural, Human-Grade Peanut Butter for Dogs By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2025-12-16 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buddy-budder References: [petfoodprocessing.net](https://www.petfoodprocessing.net/articles/19955-bark-bistro-introduces-dog-peanut-butter-at-sprouts) & [barkbistro](https://barkbistro.com/collections/buddy-butter/products/barkin-banana-buddy-budder?variant=33099886461008)  Buddy Budder is a line of peanut butter made specifically for dogs, excluding all hydrogenated oils, palm oil, artificial sugar, salt and sugar substitutes for a safe, simple way to treat beloved members of the household. The Barking Banana variety is a pet-pleasing lickable treat that combines unsalted peanuts with banana, chia seeds and honey. [Bark Bistro Company's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bark-bistro) Buddy Budder line is now available at Sprouts Farmers Market stores, making the [natural, human-grade peanut butter for dogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dog-sauce) more accessible. “[Sprouts’](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mightylicious-gluten-free) dedication to natural, better-for-you products aligns perfectly with our mission to make safe and clean pet wellness accessible to every dog parent," said Tamara Coleman, founder and chief executive officer of Bark Bistro. "It also underscores the growing demand for higher-quality pet nutrition and validates the gap we recognized since day one." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.4/10 - Popularity: 45% | Activity: 59% | Freshness: 58% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Pets](https://www.trendhunter.com/pets) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Human-grade Pet Food:** Human-grade pet foods create opportunities for brands to venture into premium pet nutrition by offering products fit for human consumption, enhancing trust and safety perceptions among pet owners. - **Natural Ingredients in Pet Products:** Incorporating natural and recognizable ingredients into pet products responds to consumer demand for transparency and wellness, offering brands a chance to differentiate themselves in a crowded market. - **Banana-flavored Pet Treats:** The introduction of fruit-flavored pet treats introduces novel taste experiences for pets, appealing to pet owners seeking innovative and nutritious snack options for their animals. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Pet Food Manufacturing:** The production of innovative and health-focused pet foods opens up opportunities for companies to target health-conscious pet owners looking for high-quality feeding options. - **Retail Distribution:** Expanding the distribution of specialty pet products into mainstream grocery and wellness stores increases accessibility and aligns with consumer shopping habits. - **Natural Wellness Products:** The growing interest in natural wellness products provides a platform for brands to expand their pet product lines, catering to a holistic approach to pet health and well-being. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Fresh Dog-Friendly Pizzas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pup-pizza.md) - [Oven-Baked Dog Biscuits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shameless-pets-crunchy-bites.md) - [Functional Dog Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magic-cookie.md) - [Dog-Friendly Peanut Butter Bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/milk-bone-x-jif-peanut-butter.md) - [Bakery-Inspired Food Toppers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whats-barkings-shakers-food-toppers.md) - [Human-Grade Protein Balls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/its-the-dogs.md) - [Pet-Pleasing Frozen Treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frozen-treats-for-dogs.md) - [Dog-Friendly Protein Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pawco-magic-bars.md) - [Human-Inspired Dog Butters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peamutt-squeezy.md)