Dog chews: how to choose the right chew treat?
In brief: which chew should you choose for your dog?
- Puppy (3-6 months and +)
- Small dog or occasional chewer : deer antlers, sliced deer antlers or yak cheese.
- Heavy chewer / large breed
- Senior dog or fragile teeth
- Weight management : antler, buffalo horn, and heather root are low in fat.
Golden rule: choose the size based on your dog's weight (when in doubt, size up) and always supervise chewing sessions.
Chewing is a natural need for dogs. In addition to keeping them busy, it can help reduce boredom, support better dental hygiene, and satisfy their urge to chew on something other than your favorite shoes. Which, let's face it, is already a great victory.
But with all the options available—antlers, yak cheese, collagen, buffalo horn, heather root, olive wood, bully sticks, and other chew treats—it's not always easy to choose the right chew for your dog.
The best choice depends on several factors: your dog's age, size, jaw strength, experience level, digestion, and the type of chewing experience you're looking for. A small beginner dog doesn't have the same needs as a professional heavy chewer who attacks a treat like they have a mortgage to pay.
In this guide, we help you better understand the different types of natural dog chews so you can choose a safer, more suitable, and satisfying option.
OUR ADVICE
• Ces produits, de composition 100% naturelle, font que la taille, le poids et la couleur peuvent varier;
• It is recommended to adapt your pet's toys according to their behavior;
• When in doubt, we recommend choosing a larger size;
• It is recommended to supervise your dog during chewing sessions.
THE CHEW-O-METER: CHOOSE THE RIGHT CHEW TOY
FOR EVERY OCCASION
Get to know your dog's chewing style. It is important to choose the appropriate type, size, and texture of chew based on your dog's age, breed, chewing style, and weight.
ANTLER
Deer antler, sourced from the natural shedding of deer antlers.
This is a 100% natural treat that is highly appreciated by our dogs. These horns are never
processed, without dyes, any additives, or preservatives. The wood is washed
with pure water, hand-cut, and finally sanded to round all the edges.
Grade AA deer antlers are the largest. They come from the oldest stags.
Thus, their size and rarity make this wood highly prized.
A manual inspection is performed to ensure the quality of each piece.
Each piece is only wrapped at the time of the order to preserve its
all the freshness.
BENEFITS OF ANTLER
• Contient des minéraux et des nutriments naturels;
• Aide à améliorer la circulation, le métabolisme et réduit le cholestérol;
• Maintient les cellules saines et améliore le système immunitaire;
• Aide à prévenir l'inflammation causée par l'arthrite;
• Renforce la structure osseuse, les muscles et les articulations;
• Élimine le tartre et la plaque dentaire;
• Capte l'attention grâce à l'action de mâcher;
• Contient un arôme qui appète, grâce à la moelle;
• Reconnu idéal pour les chiens en surpoids;
• Ne contient aucune graisse ni sucre;
• Ne laisse pas d'odeur, ne tâche pas et dure longtemps.
WHOLE
The dog challenge consists of chewing the outer layer of the antler before
to be able to enjoy the marrow inside.
The attraction of the woods is the scent that emanates from the center of the pith
FOR WHICH TYPE OF DOGS?
• Convient à tout les types de chiens, qu'ils soient destructeurs ou des
heavy chewers;
• Puppies aged 6 months and older can enjoy them;
• Warning: not suitable for seniors or those with poor
teeth.
SLICED
These antlers are split in two, which eliminates the work of
chewing and directly reaching the flavor of the center of the bone marrow.
FOR WHICH TYPE OF DOGS?
• Suitable for those starting to chew,
• Petites races canines,
• To adults,
• And for puppies from 6 months old.
SUEDE WOOD
Only the suede straps located on the upper, flatter, and wider part
fallow deer antlers are offered. They thus provide a larger surface area
chewing for your pet's ultimate pleasure.
This treat is much softer and chewier than deer antlers, but
remains very solid.
BENEFITS OF FALLOW DEER ANTLERS
• Suitable for small senior dogs or little lazy ones who
chew;
• Riche en minéraux et en nutriments naturels;
• Aide à améliorer la circulation et le métabolisme, réduit le cholestérol;
• Renforce la structure osseuse, les muscles et les articulations;
• Permets de garder les cellules saines et aide le système immunitaire;
• Aide à prévenir l'inflammation due à l'arthrite;
• Évite l'ennui et sauve vos chaussures!
• Sourced from the natural shedding of wild fallow deer.
FOR WHAT TYPE OF DOG?
• Suitable for all types of dogs, especially those with
weak jaws,
• For mature dogs,
• For small dogs,
• Et aux chiots âgés de 3 mois et plus.
BUFFALO HORN
It promotes healthy teeth and gums.
Our treat comes from free-roaming water buffalo in Northern India.
This horn is completely digestible and rich in protein. Its low content
low in fat (less than 3%) makes it a suitable treat for dogs
requiring a diet for weight management.
BENEFITS OF BUFFALO HORN
• This buffalo horn, 100% natural, comes from animals in
free-range, grass-fed;
• Il s'agit d'un excellent moyen de tenir les mâcheurs chevronnés occupés;
• Ne contient aucun produit chimique, agent de conservation, additif ou
hormones;
• Its unique shape and texture promote healthy chewing
allowing for teeth cleaning and reducing tartar buildup,
which improves oral health;
• High in protein (88.4% of the horn) and low in fat (0.29% of
the horn) it allows your dog to stay athletic, active, and in good
health;
• Les cornes ne sont pas éclatantes et elles sont non abrasives;
• Il s'agit d'un produit à mâcher de longue durée, contenant une source
natural source of essential minerals.
FOR WHAT TYPE OF DOG?
• Elle convient à toutes les races;
• Avoid giving to puppies, seniors, and dogs with fragile teeth.
OLIVE WOOD
provides effective results for minor daily inconveniences that can be
detected in your pet, such as: hyperactivity, boredom, overweight, allergies.
The olive wood bone is simply sized, dried, and sanded, then lightly
infused with virgin olive oil to allow for healthy, safe chewing
and satisfying for your dog. This olive wood chew is 100% plant-based,
made of olive wood which is hard and unbreakable, with an antibacterial effect
additional, thanks to the lignins and tannins it naturally contains.
BENEFITS OF OLIVE WOOD
• 100% natural olive wood bone, handcrafted (made
by a family-owned company dedicated to the processing and
treating olive wood for 40 years );
• Allows for safe chewing;
• Solid, durable, and above all, tasty chew bone!
• The bone does not crumble and acts as a natural toothbrush that
descales your dog's teeth;
• Source de vitamines et minéraux naturels;
• Sans agents conservateur ni additif.
FOR WHAT TYPE OF DOG?
• Suitable for all breeds,
• For puppies,
• Et aux chiens à puissantes.
BRIAR ROOT
no splinters, but rather shavings that improve gastrointestinal function
when these are ingested. This root helps satisfy the chewing instinct
of the dog and produces a calming action, while promoting oral hygiene at the same
by developing a good set of teeth. The size of the root should be chosen based on
based on the dog's weight and play style. It is not suitable for puppies
under 4 months old.
BENEFITS OF HEATHER ROOT
quality, but also durable.
• Sourced from the roots of responsibly harvested trees, it
create a natural, durable, and eco-friendly toy.
• Heather root is very rich in fiber and minerals, just like the
iron and magnesium, but low in fat. It perfectly complements any
pet food diet.
• These natural toys are perfect treats that allow
maintaining a healthy and hygienic prosthesis. They are very
• Notre racine de bruyère est totalement exempte d'agents de
preservatives and additives. Its use therefore presents no
health hazard for animals.
Extra virgin olive oil is the only ingredient included.
FOR WHAT TYPE OF DOG?
• Elle convient à toutes les races,
• For puppies,
• Et aux chiens à puissantes mâchoires.
DOG CHEESE (Yak)
made from 100% cow's milk with a hint of lemon juice added
green and salt.
To create this hard cheese, a meticulous drying process is
used.
This cheese provides the dog with intense pleasure during chewing.
Furthermore, it contains no preservatives or additives, nor does it contain any
dye.
Store in a cool, dry place, away from light and moisture.
BENEFITS OF CHEESE
• Faible teneur en graisse et en sel;
• Il est entièrement digestible;
• Ne contient aucun colorant;
• No gluten either, nor cereal;
• Et sans lactose.
• This is an odorless treat;
• Elle se conserve très longtemps.
FOR WHAT TYPE OF DOG?
• Convient à toutes les races de chiens, notamment ceux qui ont une
destructive chewing;
• Convient aussi aux chiots de plus de 4 mois;
Dog Chewing Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest chew for a dog?
100% natural chews without additives are the safest. Avoid products that are too hard (buffalo horn, whole deer antlers) for dogs with fragile teeth, choose the size based on the dog's weight, and always supervise your dog while they are chewing.
Which chew should I choose for a puppy?
Opt for softer options: fallow deer antlers are suitable from 3 months, while sliced deer antlers and yak cheese are appropriate from 4 to 6 months. Avoid very hard products until adult teeth are fully in place.
Which chew lasts the longest?
Whole deer antlers, buffalo horns, and olive wood are among the most durable, ideal for intense chewers. Sliced deer antlers and yak cheese are better suited for beginners.
Are antlers dangerous for teeth?
Deer antler is very hard: it is suitable for experienced chewers but not for senior dogs or those with fragile teeth. The split version is gentler. If in doubt, monitor wear and tear and opt for fallow deer antler instead.
Which chews are best for an overweight dog?
Deer antler, buffalo horn (less than 3% fat), and heather root are naturally low in fat — excellent choices for weight management.
How to choose the right chew size?
Choose based on your dog's weight and chewing style. When in doubt, choose a larger size: a treat that is too small poses a choking hazard.
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Sylvie
October 18, 2022
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