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Gunner Dog Treats

Local Store in Craig, Colorado · Raw Honey

Gunner Dog Treats

In Craig, Colorado, Gunner Dog Treats is the kind of shop that tastes like a weekend market find and a neighbor's kitchen. They stock local honey alongside dog biscuits and chews, a small, personal lineup you can feel good about giving your pups. The honey is part of the local story, not an afterthought, and the store ships nationwide so your Georgia friends can enjoy it too. Customers praise reliable shipping and the extra mile the handwritten notes from Kathy make you feel seen, not sold. Their online store and retail counter make it easy to pick up honey and treats in one trip. The company is proudly American, privately owned, and consistently recommended by dog lovers who want durable chews and honest honey. If you’re in Craig or visiting Colorado, this is a place to support a local, pet-loving business that treats dogs like neighbors.

Reviews

What Customers Say

One of the best ways to evaluate a local honey producer is through the experiences of people who have already bought from them. Customer reviews reveal details that a product listing never will: how the honey tastes compared to store-bought, whether the beekeeper is friendly and knowledgeable, and whether people come back for more.

  • Customers praise the local Colorado honey offered by Gunner Dog Treats, noting its quality alongside dog biscuits.
  • Reviewers mention ordering honey and other treats with reliable shipping, including shipments to states like Georgia.
  • Several customers emphasize the store's personal service, including handwritten notes with orders.
  • The store's local identity and product variety, including honey and treats, earn repeat customers.
About the Seller

About This Seller

Not every place that sells honey is the same. A backyard beekeeper managing a handful of hives produces a very different product than a grocery store stocking mass-market brands. Knowing the seller type helps you understand how close you are to the source. The closer you are, the fresher and more traceable the honey.

Store

Gunner Dog Treats is a retail shop in Craig, Colorado that carries honey from local producers. While they don't keep bees themselves, they can be a convenient way to find locally sourced honey in the area.

855 Co Rd 78, Craig, CO 81625, United States

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Processing

Raw & Unfiltered Status

How honey is processed after harvest makes a significant difference in what ends up in the jar. Raw honey preserves the enzymes, pollen, and antioxidants that heat destroys. Unfiltered honey retains the fine particles of beeswax, propolis, and pollen that commercial filtering removes. Crystallization is actually a sign of raw, minimally processed honey, not a flaw.

We don't have confirmed information about whether Gunner Dog Treats sells raw or filtered honey. If the processing method matters to you, it's worth asking the seller directly. Most beekeepers and honey producers are happy to explain how they handle their harvest.

Varietals

Honey Varietals

Honey takes on the flavor, color, and aroma of whatever flowers the bees are foraging. A jar of pale, mild clover honey tastes nothing like dark, earthy buckwheat, even if both come from hives in the same county. Seasonal and regional variation is part of what makes local honey worth seeking out. No two batches are exactly alike.

Specific honey varietals for Gunner Dog Treats haven't been confirmed. Many local sellers in Colorado offer wildflower blends that reflect the seasonal bloom in their area. Contacting the seller is the best way to find out what's currently available.

Health

Local Honey & Allergies

One of the most common reasons people seek out local honey is the belief that it can help with seasonal allergies. Bees collect pollen from nearby plants, trace amounts end up in the honey, and regularly eating that honey may help your body build tolerance over time. For those interested in trying it, raw and unfiltered honey is preferred, since commercial processing removes most pollen content.

No reviewers have mentioned purchasing Gunner Dog Treats honey specifically for allergy reasons. That doesn't mean it wouldn't be suitable. If local pollen content matters to you, ask the seller about where their hives are located and how their honey is processed.

Visit

Can You Visit?

There's something about visiting a local honey producer in person that no online listing can replicate. Seeing the hives, meeting the beekeeper, tasting different varietals side by side - it gives you a connection to the product that a grocery shelf never will. Many farms and apiaries welcome visitors, offer tastings, and sell directly on-site, often at better prices than retail.

Not confirmed

We don't have confirmed information about whether you can visit Gunner Dog Treats in person. If a farm visit or on-site purchase in Craig, Colorado is important to you, reaching out to the seller directly before making the trip is recommended.

Purchasing

Where to Buy

Finding where to actually purchase local honey can be the hardest part of the process. Many producers sell through limited channels like weekend farmers markets, seasonal farm stands, or small online shops that may sell out between harvests. Direct purchases from the beekeeper, whether at a market, farm stand, or their own website, typically offer the freshest product.

Online Store Retail Store Ships Nationwide

Gunner Dog Treats sells through Online Store, Retail Store and Ships Nationwide. They ship orders, making their Craig, Colorado honey accessible no matter where you are.

Products

Products Available

A jar of liquid honey is just the starting point for many local producers. Beekeepers often offer a full range of hive-derived products: comb honey, creamed honey, infused varieties, beeswax candles, skincare products, pollen, and propolis. A diverse product range usually signals a knowledgeable, established operation.

We don't have confirmed details on the full product range at Gunner Dog Treats beyond honey. Many local producers in Colorado carry additional hive products. It's worth asking about comb honey, beeswax items, or other specialties when you make contact.

Hours

Opening Hours

  • Monday 9 am-5 pm
  • Tuesday 9 am-5 pm
  • Wednesday 9 am-5 pm
  • Thursday 9 am-5 pm
  • Friday 9 am-5 pm
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Gunner Dog Treats sell raw or unfiltered honey?
We don't have confirmed information about whether Gunner Dog Treats sells raw or unfiltered honey. Many local producers in Colorado do offer raw and unfiltered options, but processing methods vary. If this matters to you, contacting Gunner Dog Treats in Craig directly is the best way to find out how they handle their harvest.
What types of honey does Gunner Dog Treats offer?
Specific honey varietals for Gunner Dog Treats haven't been confirmed. Local honey in Colorado commonly includes varieties like wildflower, clover, and other region-specific blooms, but what's available depends on the season and location of the hives. Contacting Gunner Dog Treats in Craig is the best way to find out what they currently have.
How can I buy honey from Gunner Dog Treats in Craig, Colorado?
Gunner Dog Treats sells their honey through Online Store, Retail Store and Ships Nationwide. They ship orders, making their Craig, Colorado honey accessible no matter where you are. For the most current availability and hours, reaching out to them directly is always recommended.
Does Gunner Dog Treats carry locally sourced honey?
Gunner Dog Treats is a retail shop in Craig, Colorado that stocks honey from local producers. While they don't keep bees themselves, buying from a curated retailer can be a convenient way to access local honey without tracking down individual beekeepers. Ask the staff about which producers they source from and whether the honey is raw or processed.
How should I store honey from Gunner Dog Treats?
Honey from Gunner Dog Treats should be stored at room temperature in a sealed container away from direct sunlight. There's no need to refrigerate it; in fact, refrigeration accelerates crystallization. If your honey does crystallize over time, that's completely normal and a sign of natural, minimally processed honey. To return it to liquid form, place the jar in a warm water bath (not boiling) and stir gently. Avoid microwaving, as high heat can damage the enzymes and beneficial compounds, especially in raw honey. Properly stored, honey has an essentially indefinite shelf life.
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