Ever since 1908, Milk-Bone® has always done more for dogs. Scroll to discover our history, or hit play and watch the video.
1908
A biscuit is born
The first Milk-Bone® dog biscuits are made in New York City by F.H. Bennett Biscuit Company in a small bakery on the Lower East Side.
1924
Treating hits the silver screen
Milk-Bone® makes its big screen debut with a product placement in silent film "The Tomboy".
1940
Baking biscuits big and small
Milk-Bone® begins to cater to dogs of all shapes and sizes by offering three size varieties-small, medium and large.
1950
Milk-Bone® meets Rin Tin Tin
Rin Tin Tin and his best friend Rusty promote the three Milk-Bone® sizes: Small, Medium, and Large.
1957
Milk-Bone® makes a move
We outgrow NYC plant and move location to Buffalo, NY where Milk-Bone® treats are still produced today.
1959
A wholesome promise
Knowing our customers care about their pet's health, we meet their needs with wholesome treats.
1963
A new way to give
Milk-Bone® Flavor Snacks®, our first new treats, are introduced to the world.
1977
Milk-Bone® gives more
Milk-Bone® dog biscuits are fortified with added minerals and vitamins, making them 100% nutritionally complete.
1997
Treating dogs right
We partner with Canine Assistants® to provide treats for service dogs around the world.
2008
Celebrating a centenary
This is the year Milk-Bone® celebrates a milestone-100 years and counting.
2014
Diving into doggy dental health
Milk-Bone® introduces Brushing Chews® Daily Dental Treats to help build strong bones and teeth.
2017
Two new takes on treats
Milk-Bone Farmer’s Medley® treats (our first grain-free treats) and Milk-Bone Puffs® treats (low-calorie, flavor-packed snacks) hit shelves for the very first time.
2019
The fun gets longer-lasting
Long-lasting chews arrive: paw-rocking Milk-Bone® Wonder Bones® treats and the brand’s first rawhide alternative product, Milk-Bone GnawBones® treats.
2019
Treating the planet carefully
The Milk-Bone® manufacturing facility in Buffalo, NY, achieves a gold level TRUE Zero Waste Certification.
