Girl Scouts to Launch Dog and Allergy-Friendly Cookies
Starting in January 2027, the organization will sell new cookie varieties designed for pets and those with food allergies.
Updated on Oct. 25, 2026 in Dogs
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Girl Scouts of the USA will expand its annual fundraiser in January 2027 by introducing dog-friendly treats and allergen-free snacks. Both products will be available exclusively through online sales to broaden participation in the long-standing program.
Why it matters
These new offerings aim to make the organization's fundraising activities more inclusive for pets and individuals with dietary restrictions. The additions reflect a strategic effort to allow a wider range of people and animals to join in the program.
The organization sells approximately 200 million boxes of cookies each year, with typical prices ranging from $6 to $7 per box. Patch Pals dog cookies and Sparkables allergy-friendly cookies will both be sold exclusively online.
The players
Girl Scouts of the USA
This national organization provides youth development programs and has operated its famous fundraising cookie sale since 1917.
Bark
Based in New York, this company provides products and services for dogs and collaborated on the development of the new cookie line.
Partake Foods
This New Jersey-based company focuses on creating allergy-friendly snacks and partnered with the scouts for the new release.
The details
Patch Pals are blueberry muffin-flavored dog cookies developed with New York-based Bark, while Sparkables are crunchy oatmeal cookies with chocolate chips and sprinkles created with New Jersey-based Partake Foods. The allergy-friendly cookies are manufactured in a facility that is free from nine major allergens.
Timeline
1917 marked the start of the Girl Scout cookie fundraiser.
January to April is the annual window for the official cookie season.
January 2027 is when Patch Pals and Sparkables will go on sale.
Culture Shift
This move represents a departure from the traditional model established by the 1917 start of the Girl Scout cookie fundraiser. By diversifying the product line, the organization is pivoting to meet modern demands for inclusivity and specialized dietary options.
Families will be able to include their pets and allergy-sensitive members in the fundraising tradition through online orders starting in January. Customers should prepare for the new launch by monitoring the official online store as these items will not be available through traditional in-person sales.
The takeaway
The addition of specialty treats allows the organization to grow its reach beyond traditional human snack sales. Consumers looking to support the fundraiser should note the shift toward online-exclusive availability for these specific new products.
Further reading
For more information on pet-related trends and products, visit the Dogs section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Arizona Public Media.
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