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A Zoo of Sweets: The Wild World of Animal-Shaped Candy!

UPDATED ON FEBRUARY 16, 2024
BY DANIEL ROTHSTEIN

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Strap on your safari hats as we explore the wild world of animal-shaped candy! If you consider yourself a party animal, you’ll be delighted by the abundance of joy that can be had with candy in the shape of some of your all-time favorite animals! From chocolate covered gummy bears to sour gummy worms, and everything in between, these animal-themed candies will have you roaring with delight!

If you were ever told at an early age to not play with your food, you can definitely get a free pass with these tasty animal shaped treats! Just bring the barnyard with you wherever you go and make all the animal noises your heart desires. Nothing really brings out the proverbial “kid in you” quite like playing with your favorite animals in candy form!

From farmyard friends to oceanic wonders and even pet dinosaurs, these quirky confections are here to turn snack time into a wild adventure. So, grab your imagination and get ready to unleash your inner child as we explore the delightful world of animal-shaped candies! Join us as we embark on a delicious journey where every bite brings a burst of flavor and just the right amount of playfulness.

Whether you're planning an animal-themed birthday party, joining a school trip to the zoo, enjoying a picnic in the park, cheering on your favorite team at a baseball game, or simply indulging in some after school playtime at home, these treats are the perfect companions for virtually any occasion. Adding a sprinkle of sweetness to every moment, there's something undeniably magical about pairing cute animal shapes with some of your favorite sweet treats.

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Gear Up for a Confectionary Safari with These Great Animal Shaped Candies!

At Redstone Foods, we have a huge selection of candy and snacks with a variety of popular animals and themes. From limited time offerings for Easter, Halloween, Christmas, and Valentine’s Day, to everyday classics, our selection is sure to please any candy lover. Here are just a few notable items from our inventory!

Jelly Belly Gummi Pet Dinosaur

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JELLY BELLY GUMMI PET DINOSAUR (H)

Step back in time to the Mesozoic Era and sink your teeth into these prehistoric dino delights! With vibrant colors and a perfectly chewy texture, these gummi pet dinosaurs from Jelly Belly bring a taste of the Jurassic period to your candy collection! Perfect for dinosaur enthusiasts of all ages, these playful treats are sure to make snack time a roaring good time for kids of all ages.

Swedish Fish

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SWEDISH FISH ASSORTED THEATER BOX

Some of the consistently softest gummies, Swedish Fish let you dive into an ocean of flavor! Originating from Sweden in the 1950s, these chewy, fruity candies have become a beloved classic around the world. Animal lovers can rejoice with these gummies because Swedish Fish are vegan-friendly, as they are made with corn starch, instead of gelatin.

Whether you're enjoying them by the handful or using them as a sweet addition to some ocean-themed cupcakes, Swedish Fish are sure to satisfy your candy cravings with their deliciously simple taste.

Jelly Belly Black Licorice Scotty Dogs

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JELLY BELLY PEG BAG - SCOTTIE DOGS BLACK LICORICE

Who’s a good dog? Fetch yourself a treat with Jelly Belly's Black Licorice Scotty Dogs! Shaped like the beloved Scottish Terrier, these licorice candies offer a rich, aromatic flavor that black licorice lovers will adore. These cute puppy dog treats are also available in classic red licorice and strawberry licorice flavors! With their adorable shape and bold licorice taste, these Scotty Dogs are a delightful addition to any candy dish or licorice aficionado's stash.

Maneater Shark Tin with Orange Body Parts

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MANEATER SHARK TIN W/ ORANGE BODY PART SHAPES IN DISPLAY

Sink your teeth into some sweet and sour fun with the Maneater Shark Tin! Inside this fearsome tin lurks some delicious, orange-flavored body parts, perfect for satisfying your snack cravings with plenty of comedic relief. We couldn’t think of a better way to celebrate Shark Week than with a mouthful of these silly treats! Whether you're a fan of sharks or simply enjoy playful candy treats that are fun to show-off to your friends, this tin is sure to make a big splash during your next snacking session!

Trolli Sour Brite Llamas (Tropical)

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TROLLI PEG BAG - SOUR BRITE LLAMAS (TROPICAL)

Did you know that llamas are quite possibly the first animal species to be domesticated by humans 4,000 to 6,000 years ago? Neither did we, until just now… And now you do too!

While we never thought llamas were synonymous with tropical climates, Trolli decided to make these sour gummy llamas in a variety of tropical fruity flavors. These chewy, tangy treats combine the exotic flavors of the tropics with the playful shape of everyone's favorite fuzzy camelids. With a sour kick that'll make your taste buds pucker with joy, these tropical llamas are a fun and flavorful addition to any animal-themed candy collection!

Adorable Animals Dip-N-Lik

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ADORABLE ANIMALS DIP-N-LIK IN DISPLAY

Take a dip into sweet indulgence with Adorable Animals Dip-N-Lik! These incredibly cute unicorn, llama, or flamingo-shaped lollipops are paired with flavorful dipping powder for an extra burst of sweetness. They make perfect birthday gifts, or just a sweet treat to appease any animal lover’s heart. With flavors like blue raspberry, cotton candy or strawberry, these Dip-N-Liks are as adorable as they are delicious!

Reeses Dipped Animal Crackers

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REESES PEG BAG - DIPPED ANIMAL CRACKERS

Get ready for a wild ride of flavor with Reeses Dipped Animal Crackers! These crunchy animal-shaped crackers are coated in rich, creamy Reeses peanut butter and smooth milk chocolate for a decadent twist on a classic snack. Whether you're a fan of chocolate, peanut butter, or just good old-fashioned animal crackers, these tasty treats are sure to enchant your taste buds with every bite.

Pusheen The Cat Tin with Strawberry Candy

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PUSHEEN CAT TIN W/ STRAWBERRY CANDY IN DISPLAY

Embrace your inner cat lover with the Pusheen Cat Tin filled with strawberry candy! Inspired by the beloved internet sensation Pusheen the Cat, this adorable tin features everyone's favorite hefty chonkin' feline. Inside, you'll find delicious strawberry-flavored candies that are as sweet and delightful as Pusheen herself. Great for fans of cute cats and tasty treats alike, this tin is an absolutely purrfect addition to any candy lover’s life!

Gustaf’s Gummy Cows (bulk)

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GUSTAFS GUMMI COWS BULK

Finally, we get to talk about cows! Cows are basically gigantic puppy dogs, so mooo-ve over ordinary bulk candy – Gustaf’s Gummy Cows are here to steal the show! This adorable gummy candy is shaped like playful cows and bursting with a fruity apple flavor. Made with high-quality ingredients and crafted with care, these incredibly soft candy cows are sure to bring a smile straight out of the pasture and onto your face with their playful charm and deliciously fruity taste!

Pez Peppa Pig Blister Pack Assortment

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PEZ BLISTER PACK - PEPPA PIG ASSORTMENT

And last, but not least, you can join Peppa Pig and her friends on a candy-filled adventure with the PEZ Peppa Pig Blister Pack Assortment! This fun mixture includes a variety of PEZ dispensers featuring characters from the popular animated series Peppa Pig. Each dispenser comes with delicious PEZ candy refills, making it a delightful treat for fans and collectors of all ages. Perfect for party favors, stocking stuffers, and Easter baskets, this Peppa Pig assortment is sure to bring some childlike joy and laughter to any occasion!


Thank you for joining us on this safari of sweet flavor! As America’s favorite candy distributor, Redstone Foods has almost any confectionary product you could imagine! With over 6,000 unique items, and a glass bottle craft soda selection with over 500 different flavors, we are ready to help you keep your candy shop stocked and ready to rock!

Give us a call, or sign up for an account with us online. We look forward to helping you bring sweet smiles to your customers, one candy bar at a time!

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