Long Lasting Dog Chews
Long lasting dog chews keep your dog enriched and busy for a good period of time. This is great when you need them to be kept busy but also has so many benefits to your dog. Not only does chewing release 'feel good' hormones but it's also great for teeth cleaning.
But how do you know which long lasting chews are safe for your dog and which to avoid?
Different types of dog chews for your dog
Long lasting chews for an average chewer would be:
Very long lasting dog chews would be:
The duration of long lasting chews really depend on how much your dog likes to chew likes to chew. As each chew and each dog is different, it can be tricky to gauge how 'long lasting' dog treats will actually be.
If a dog chew is graded by size or length of "chew rating", choose the one to suit your dog's need and desire to chew and try something different next time if it's not quite right fir your dog.
What are the benefits of long lasting dog chews?
Chewing releases endorphins which are "feel good hormones" which help to make a dog feel calmer, enriched, happier and more relaxed.
Long lasting dog chews keep your dog focussed and busy and can help reduce not only anxiety but also can stop destructive chewing behaviour such as chewing walls, furniture and anything else they really shouldn't be.
Many long lasting dog chews will clean your dog's teeth as they chew as chewing helps loosen and remove tartar and plaque from your dog's teeth.
Long lasting chews such as Beef Tails are packed full of Chondroitin and Glucosamine so you get the benefit of a dog chew that lasts, with additional health benefits.
How we make long lasting dog chews
The best long lasting dog chews such as Cow Ears, Venison Skin and Buffalo Horns are air dried over a long period of time. All of our treats are made from natural ingredients so they dry to a hard texture but remain safe for your dog's tummy.
Things to know about dog chew safety
Dog chews or treats should all be totally rawhide free. Rawhide is highly processed often using bleaching agents and glue. The body cannot process Rawhide so it causes blockages. It's important to note that Rawhide and natural hide products are totally different and. Healthy and safe alternatives include Camel Hide or Braided Lamb Skin, which are rawhide-free natural dog chews and are 100% safe.
Consider various things when choosing the right long lasting dog chew for your dog - broken teeth are a possibility if you choose a chew that is too tough for your dog. Avoid weight bearing bones if your dog is a smaller breed and for any dog that doesn't yet have their adult teeth.
You should always supervise your dog with any kind of long lasting dog chew as regardless of how natural and safe they are, choking hazards still exist with any kind of dog treats and long lasting dog chews are no different.
