Best Dog Chews

As a dog trainer, a bully stick is my go-to for my own dogs. These have consistent sizing and don’t cost quite as much as some of the other brands. To top it all off, they don’t smell quite as bad as their competitors.

Feature Highlights:

• All-natural chew made from a single ingredient.
• The first ingredient is a real protein source.
• Made in the U.S. and sourced in Argentina from top-quality beef.
• Safely processed and lab-tested for quality.

My absolute favorite chews for my dogs are bully sticks. This is primarily becuase they have two strong benefits, they take a long time to chew and dogs love the taste. Duration and taste both have incredibly important implications in choosing a chew for your pet.

Another key factor that makes these chews great is their ingredient list, or lack thereof. These chews contain a single ingredient, and they don’t source their beef from China. They use high-quality beef from Argentina and perform all quality tests and processing in the United States. Recommended for: Pitbulls, Labrador Retrievers, Golden Doodles, Beagles, and more.

Greenies are the king of dental chews, and for good reason. We take a little bit of a twist on the classic with this pick with the blueberry flavor. The primary reason? They smell amazing! Great smell, great taste, and your pup will have great teeth too!

Feature Highlights:

• Comes in four different sizes for different breeds of dog.
• Cleans teeth and freshens breath.
• Made with natural, digestible ingredients.

My favorite dental chews, in general, are Greenies. Now, add a great blueberry flavor, and you have the perfect combination of fresh breath, flavor, and tooth-cleaning success. These chews are great because your dog will love them, and you will love the smell!

Another important aspect of any chew is the ingredients the brand uses. Thankfully, you can trust these chews with your pet’s digestive system. They contain only all-natural ingredients and your dog can easily digest them without upset. Recommended for: Maltese, Shih Tzus, Labrador Retrievers, German Shepherds, Yorkies, and more.

If you’ve perused a few of my recommendations, you’ll know that as a trainer, I believe variety is key to success. No matter how great a chew is, your dog can and will grow bored of it. That’s why a good variety pack can help you keep your dog on their paws!

Feature Highlights:

• Contains a variety of different chews.
• Choose between four different sizes for the best fit.
• All chews are highly digestible and safe for your pet.

I cannot emphasize this enough, but, you need to provide a variety to keep your pet interested. This is my all-time favorite pick for owners with troublemaking pets. It provides them with several different options to keep their dog occupied.

Chews make for a great source of mental stimulation for your dog, so when a single pack contains a variety of different kinds with different textures and tastes, your dog will thank you! This also gives you the opportunity to find out what types of chews your dog prefers as well for future reference.  Recommended for: Golden Doodles, Labrador Retrievers, German Shepherds, Pitbulls, and more.

This product is a fun, all-natural chew. It is also incredibly unique among dog chews when you take a look at the ingredients. Though it looks a bit like a chunk of smoked fish, this product contains all-natural yak’s milk!

Feature Highlights:

• Made with all-natural yak’s milk.
• Long-lasting, easily digestible chew.
• Tried and tested recipe from the mountains of Nepal.

Ok, I know you wouldn’t normally think of a block of rock-hard yak’s milk as a great chew, but hear me out. Your dog will spend hours gnawing on this chew. When they give up, you can put it away, and let them try again tomorrow. It will keep them occupied for long periods and last you forever.

When your dog does manage to gnaw this chew down to a small chunk you can pop it in the microwave. The piece will puff up into a crunchy treat for your dog to safely eat. As with any chew, you should supervise your pet while chewing to ensure their safety. Recommended for: Golden Retrievers, Shih-Tzus, Boxers, Poodles, and more.

When you have a new puppy, you’re usually navigating the interesting waters of deciding what they like to chew on. This variety pack provides you with several different options, each with different flavors and textures, for your pet to test out.

Feature Highlights:

• Comes with three different types of chews.
• Covers all puppy chewing phases.
• Chews and treat all made in the USA.

These chews make for a great choice, but they are not built for power chewers. Make sure you supervise your dog, and if they manage to destroy the rubber ones, only use the fully edible Nylabones for your pet.

Teething can be a real pain! Thankfully, this set of bones lets you alleviate some of your puppy’s chewing needs. The pink teething bone works to massage painful gums, while the white bone keeps your pet entertained for hours. The natural treat bone lets your pup chew and eat the entire treat! Recommended for: Yorkies, Maltese, Shih-Tzus, French Bulldogs, and more.