# Insect Protein Dog Treats HOPE Pet Foods' Berry-Flavored Treats are Made with BSFL Proteins By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2023-05-23 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/insect-protein-dog-treats References: [petfoodprocessing.net](https://www.petfoodprocessing.net/articles/17002-hope-pet-food-launches-new-insect-based-dog-treats) & [hopepetfood](https://hopepetfood.ca/)  Pet parents are embracing sustainability and exploring innovative options such as insect protein dog treats as alternative sources of protein for their beloved pets. [HOPE Pet Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ounce-of-hope-thc-seltzers) newly expanded its range of biscuits for dogs to include Berry Chill and Berry Nutty varieties, both of which are made with insect-based proteins. Specifically, these treats for dogs make the most of black soldier fly larvae ([BSFL](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wet-dog-food)) proteins and other all-natural ingredients. These [oven-baked biscuits for dogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shameless-pets-crunchy-bites) incorporate other ingredients like cranberries and peanut butter, as well as soothing chamomile and ashwagandha. These biscuits help to support healthy digestion in a planet-friendly way, all the while helping pet parents purchase products that align with their values and drive to support a more eco-friendly planet. This new product pair joins Berry Buglicious, a previously released variety from HOPE Pet Food. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 16% | Activity: 21% | Freshness: 16% - 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Insect Protein for Pet Food:** Insect protein-based pet food could disrupt traditional protein sources and cater to pet parents looking for sustainable alternatives. - **Sustainable Pet Food:** Sustainability is a growing concern among consumers and businesses, driving innovation in the pet food industry. - **Functional Pet Treats:** Pet treats can serve a functional purpose and incorporate all-natural ingredients to promote pet's health. ### Who This Affects Most - **Pet Food:** Pet food companies can explore using insect proteins and other sustainable ingredients to cater to eco-conscious pet parents. - **Food Manufacturing:** Food manufacturers can explore incorporating insect protein into their production processes to diversify their product offerings and meet increasing demand for sustainable food. - **Agriculture:** Insect farming could become a sustainable, eco-friendly source of protein for the pet food and other industries, providing opportunities for farmers and entrepreneurs to disrupt traditional protein production. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Alternative Protein Dog Treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sustainable-dog-treats.md) - [Insect-Based Dog Biscuits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snappies.md) - [Bug-Based Dog Dental Chews](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dental-chews-for-dogs.md) - [Premium Insect Protein Treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/protein-dog-treat.md) - [Alternative Protein Pet Treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freezedried-treats.md) - [Insect-Based Dog Food Toppers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neo-bites.md) - [Insect-Based Wet Dog Foods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wet-dog-food.md) - [Insect-Infused Dog Food Toppers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/functional-meal-toppers.md) - [Future-Ready Pet Foods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cosmopet.md)