Any backpack toting or leash walking cat parent knows that bringing cat treats on excursions is an absolute necessity. Whether you're harness training, backpack training, prepping for a long car ride or just running errands around town with your furiend, having their favorite treats on hand is a smart move. 

Cat treats need to be low in calories, as mess free as possible, and absolutely drool worthy - so which ones make the cut?

Here are our top cat treats to bring on any adventure to keep your kitty feeling energized and incentivized.

What are the Best High Value Cat Treats?

1. The Best Pureed Cat Treats

When you want to pull the wow factor and give your cat something they're willing to work for. If you're backpack or harness training your cat and they're not too into it, try incentivizing with something that will will make them want to put in the work.

High value cat treats can come in all forms!  Single serving purees that come in an assortment of lip licking flavors are perfect for tossing in your cat backpack and getting out the door. They also provide a bit of hydration for your cat when they're on the move! 

Here are our favs: 

Inaba Churu 

Tiki Cat Stix

If one look alone could communicate how all cats feel about these treats. Your time will come buddy  😹

2. The Best Freeze Dried Cat Treats

Freeze dried treats pass the test for both health and flavor, as most treats have 1-3 whole ingredients that your cat will love. 

You can use these treats during those initial training sessions by simply tossing the treat in your backpack or giving one to your cat when they approach their harness to form those pawsitive associations. Keep them close by with "The Reward Ready" Hands Free Treat Pouch!

A plus - treats with simpler ingredients like these are a great option for cats with allergies! 

Here are our top picks:

Made by Nacho Freeze Dried Chicken/Salmon Bites

Cat Man Doo Chicken Bites

Vital Essentials Chicken Hearts

3. The Best Dry Cat Treats

There are many options out there for healthy cat treats, it just depends on what your kitty finds irresistible enough to train for! Sometimes their favorite kibble will do the trick and there's no need to break out the big guns.

Try these feline favorites:

With Love and Fishes Dehydrated Sardines

Cat Man Doo Bonito Flakes

InClover Cat Treats

4. Mess Free Mealtime

Giving your kitty treats on the go is not usually a messy situation, but if you're parking it over night or need to make a pit stop for dinner, here are our favorite products for ensuring the easiest clean up pawsible: 

"The Travel Buddy" Portable Food & Water Bowl 

This refreshment station has everything you need to make on-the-go meals a breeze for you and your cat. The washable mat protects from spills, and cleanup is easy with a quick rinse and wipe down. Bring it along anywhere your travels take you with its convenient portable carrying case.

"The Nice & Tidy" Cat Food & Water Feeding Mat

With this stylish and completely dishwasher safe feeding mat, mealtime will never be a hassle again. 

"The Nice & Tidy" Cat Feeding Mat is purrfect for clean and convenient mealtime, wherever adventure takes you! Roll it up to bring on the go, or keep under your cat's food and water bowls at home for quick and easy clean-up every time. 

Rocking our signature cat butt pattern, the silicone material makes it optimal for gripping the floor and wiping clean when spills happen. 

"The Purrservers" Cat Food Can Covers

Tired of throwing out half-empty food cans when you’re traveling with your cat? We’ve got the solution. 

Food waste is a big no-no, especially when you’re only carrying a certain amount of cat food on hand. Every meal matters, and when you’re on the go, the last thing you want to worry about is running out of food, having food go to waste, or having it spill through the plastic bag you threw into your backpack last minute. 

That’s where our silicone can covers come in handy. They fit all standard can sizes and lock in freshness to keep your cat’s food tasting purrfect for the next meal. Spill-proof, easily washable, and dishwasher safe, these reusable can covers will last unlimited adventures. Make mealtime a breeze wherever you go.