ALDI shoppers know all too well the daze that takes over the second you enter the store.
Distracted by all the bells and whistles of the middle aisle (sometimes literally), it’s easy to pick up a few things you didn’t mean to.
For some, it means purchasing and eating something they definitely shouldn’t have.
An Aussie ALDI shopper has taken to social media after spotting the store’s doggy desserts.
The desserts have been out since April, advertised as the store’s first-ever pet-friendly frozen desserts, and were part of an expansion of its Julius Treatz range.
“Julius Treatz Doggy Dessert is pup-approved and made with real fruit and veggies for a snack that’s tasty and nutritious, for only less than $1.50 a serve,” said ALDI’s Director for National Buying, Andrew King, at the time.
“So next time you grab a frozen treat for yourself, don’t forget to fetch one for your fur baby too!”
But it seems some people are forgetting about the ‘fur baby’ part.
“3 Aldi stores in my area have these dog treats amongst the human food (at least at this one was at the end, others I’ve seen in between human items). I made a joke to grab them, and my partner didn’t even click that it was actually dog food,” the poster said.
“So go on, who’s actually eaten them and just realising now?!”
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A number of commenters confessed to having tried the treat.
“My 20-year-old out of my freezer. He told me the ice cream with the carrots was a bit weird,” one person shared.
“I smashed through two of these then went to do a double take of the box so I could stock up on more. I started to then dry retch and I went really hot in the face,” said another.
Some even said that the flavours – apple and carrot, and pea – weren’t all that bad.
“After reading the ingredients and realising that it is essentially a vegan ice cream, I decided to have a spoonful and it tastes like some sort of apple sorbet. Honestly not bad,” one reviewed.
“They’re not inedible, but they aren’t going to win any culinary prizes,” another said honestly.
But, of course, these treats aren’t meant for people at all. So, what’s leading people to them?
Some say that the packaging, at a glance, isn’t clear enough.
“I haven’t been to ALDI recently, but at first glance, I’m not sure if I would have known they were for dogs (even though it says ‘doggy’, I might have thought it was just a funny name, like ‘Freddo frogs’),” one commenter said.
“My son wanted them a few weeks back and I said no as I’d already done a big Woolies shop the day before, thankfully as I would have given them to him as I only realised what they were the other day when I actually had a good look at them,” another added.
Others say it’s the location that makes it confusing.
“Why are they placing dog food with cold snacks for humans?” a commenter asked.
“Bit weird they’re kept next to the frozen desserts,” another agreed.
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But, at the end of the day, they do say ‘pet food only’ on the front. So, this one might be your fault, shoppers!
In a statement to news.com.au, ALDI confirmed that this one is for dogs only – instead recommending some human alternatives.
“Our Julius Doggy Dessert is crafted exclusively for your furry friend’s taste buds,” the spokesperson said.
“For humans, we recommend enjoying your own delicious treats, such as our seasonal Speculoos Ice Cream 475ml ($4.99) or Irish Cream Ice Cream 475ml ($4.99).
“These are designed for you to savour right alongside your furry baby – no sharing needed!”
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