I buy ground beef and turkey and dehydrate strips in my dehydrator. It cost pennies compared to the bought package treats and I know my dog is getting safe treats. Walmart has the jerky gun. Fill with plain ground meat, press out strips on the rack and leave in the dehydrator until dried out thoroughly about 10 hours or more. I always check where my pet food is coming from and unless it states clearly where I don't buy it. I buy no pet food that has the word China anywhere on the package.