A pet treat holding device designed to secure rigid pet treats and prevent dogs from choking on the treat, thereby eliminating the risk of stomach blockage and other health hazards. Through the application of compression and friction, the holder creates a gripping force around the rigid treat that prevents a dog from extracting a large piece of the treat, which could be hazardous if ingested. The pet treat holder is comprised of two rubber parts, the torus shaped housing surrounding an interior aperture. The treat is secured by compression and friction created by the center aperture. After inserting the treat stick into the opening and applying a twisting motion, securing the treat in place, the user can then present the treat to the dog. Because of the twisting lock action, the dog cannot remove the stick by chewing or pulling.