Chewing helps dogs maintain good oral hygiene. Chewing on bones and tendons provides mental stimulation as well as physical exercise for your pup!
Sticks, rocks and other objects that could pose a choking hazard for dogs need safe chew toys to play with and break their teeth safely. Here are some natural chew toys you should give to your pup for safe play time.
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Yak Cheese Chews
Yak chews are natural, low-fat protein treats designed to promote good dental and gum health in dogs. Their mild, cheesy flavor makes for a tasty chew that lasts long-term; additionally they’re relatively hard compared to other chews and bones and may reduce risk of broken teeth; however they may be difficult for puppies and senior dogs with weaker teeth (e.g. puppies or seniors) to chew successfully and could break easily when devoured too quickly.
As with all chewables, yak cheese presents a potential choking hazard and should only be given with adult supervision. When too small or difficult to chew properly, discard immediately.
Yak milk chews are lactose-free treats that contain some salt; therefore they’re an ideal choice for dogs with sensitive stomachs. However, as with any new treat or chew, be mindful to monitor for digestive issues, such as vomiting or diarrhea after introduction; they may also trigger allergies; thus it’s essential that they’re fed under veterinarian guidance.
Beef Tracheas
Beef Tracheas offer an ideal low-fat alternative to traditional meat chews like pig ears for dogs that need to manage their calories. Plus, their natural source of glucosamine and chondroitin promote healthy joints and tendons – plus their gnarled texture helps scrape plaque from teeth when chewed on.
These chews can be customized for maximum flavor with peanut butter, pumpkin puree or kibble for extended chew time and flavor! Just ensure the trachea size matches up with your pup’s age and breed to prevent potential choking hazards.
Provide beef trachea chews as occasional treats no more often than three times weekly or less; too many could lead to stomach upset and weight gain, so rotate with other chews and treats for variety and long-lasting chewing fun! For maximum effect, these treats can also be frozen for extra chewing pleasure!
Water Buffalo Horns
Buffalo Horns are an ideal grain-free chew treat for dogs that is high in protein and low in fat content, plus durable enough to keep your pup entertained for hours at a time! They provide hours of entertainment!
However, they can present a risk for tooth damage in heavy chewers. Their hard-to-digest keratin composition poses an increased risk of fractured teeth if chewed upon too long by their dog. Broken teeth are both painful and costly to fix; moreover they require professional dental procedures at vet offices which may prove expensive and stressful.
Splintered or broken chew toys pose risks that could cut their mouth or block up digestive tracts of dogs, so owners must closely supervise while their pup chews on one. If a horn begins to look fragile or becomes worn out over time, consider replacing it with something new such as frozen carrots for added texture and chewing fun; carrots also make great snacks for teething puppies!
Wolffish Skin Chews
Fish skin chews are made by dehydrating the outer layer of sea fish until it becomes crunchy, providing easily digestible protein and Omega 3 to support healthy skin, coat, and joint conditions in dogs. A great alternative to rawhide chews for keeping dogs engaged for extended periods.
Wolffish fish skin treats tend to be thicker and meatier, providing longer-lasting chews for your pup!
Icelandic+ employs sustainably caught wolffish which is air-dried naturally without additives, preservatives or supplements resulting in an irresistibly chew that retains all of the vital nutrients found in raw fish skin and also serves as an effective toothbrush against plaque and tartar build up on teeth and gums.
