Where to Buy Insect Dog Treats in the UK

Insect dog treats are easier to find in the UK than most owners think. Some Grub treats are stocked in over 250 Co-op stores across the UK and available direct from somegrub.co.uk, with a subscription option. Other insect-protein brands sell through big pet retailers and online marketplaces. Here is the full picture, honestly laid out.

Insect protein has gone from novelty to a proper category in UK pet aisles over the past few years, and for good reason: black soldier fly larvae are a complete protein most dogs have never met, which makes reactions to them extremely rare. If you have a dog with chicken or beef sensitivities, or you just want a lower-impact treat, here is where to actually find insect treats on a shelf near you.

Can I buy insect dog treats in a supermarket?

Yes. Some Grub is the insect dog treat you will find in a mainstream UK supermarket: our treats are stocked in over 250 Co-op stores across the UK, usually in the pet food aisle alongside the regular treats. That makes us a bit of an oddity in this category - most insect brands are online-only or pet-shop-only, so if you want to pick up a pack with your weekly shop, Co-op is the place.

Availability does vary store to store (not every Co-op ranges every product line), so if your local branch does not have us, ordering direct is the reliable route.

Where can I buy Some Grub insect dog treats?

• Over 250 Co-op stores across the UK - in the pet aisle. Handy for a grab-and-go pack.
• Direct from somegrub.co.uk - the full range, every recipe, shipped anywhere in the UK. This is the only place to get everything we make.
• Subscription - set your treats to arrive on repeat, at a discount, and never run out mid-training-session. Pause, swap flavours or cancel whenever you like.

You can browse the full range on our insect dog treats page.

Do Pets at Home or other pet shops sell insect dog treats?

The category is spreading beyond supermarkets too. Some specialist pet shops and online marketplaces carry insect-based treats and foods from a growing number of UK and European makers, and ranges change often, so it is worth checking what your local retailer currently lists. Some Grub is not currently in Pets at Home - we are in Co-op and direct - but if you are exploring the category generally, you have options on the high street and online.

Wherever you buy, the label matters more than the logo. Which brings us to the next bit.

What should I check before buying any insect dog treat?

Not all insect treats are made equal. A quick label check before you buy, from any brand:

• The actual protein source. Look for a named insect - black soldier fly larvae is the well-studied one - listed high up the ingredients. Some "insect" products use only a small inclusion topped up with cheaper proteins, which defeats the point if you are avoiding chicken or beef.
• Where it is made. UK or EU manufacture means the treat is produced under strict pet food regulations, with proper traceability on the insect protein itself.
• Ingredient transparency. A short, fully named ingredients list is a good sign. Vague terms like "animal derivatives" are a red flag, especially for sensitive dogs - if you cannot tell what is in it, you cannot rule out the protein your dog reacts to.
• A genuinely limited recipe if allergies are the reason you are here. A hypoallergenic recipe only works if the novel protein is not sitting next to three common ones. Our hypoallergenic dog treats page covers this in more detail.

If you want the deeper background on how insect protein stacks up nutritionally, our guide to insect protein for dogs goes through the evidence.

Why buy direct from Some Grub?

We love seeing our packs in Co-op, but buying direct has real advantages:

• Freshness. Orders ship straight from our warehouse, not via a distribution chain, so packs arrive with maximum shelf life.
• The full range. Retail shelves carry a selection; the website carries everything.
• Subscription savings. Repeat deliveries at a lower price, on your schedule, with the flexibility to pause or swap any time.
• You are supporting a small UK brand directly - which, if we are honest, we appreciate.

FAQs

Are insect dog treats available in UK supermarkets?

Yes - Some Grub insect dog treats are stocked in over 250 Co-op stores across the UK, making them one of the few insect treats you can pick up in a mainstream supermarket. Availability varies by store, so ordering direct from somegrub.co.uk is the surest option.

Can I subscribe to insect dog treats?

Yes. Some Grub offers a subscription through somegrub.co.uk: choose your treats and delivery frequency, save on every order, and pause, swap or cancel whenever you like.

Do you ship insect dog treats UK-wide?

Yes - somegrub.co.uk ships across the whole of the UK, so wherever you are, the full range is a few days away even if your local shops do not stock insect treats yet.

Does Pets at Home sell insect dog treats?

Ranges change, so check their current listings for the category. Some Grub is not currently stocked there - you will find us in over 250 Co-op stores and direct at somegrub.co.uk.

Ready to try them? Head to our insect dog treats page to see the range, or find us in the pet aisle at your local Co-op.