5 Benefits of Chews for Your Dog
- Aug 29, 2021
- 3 min read
Whether you’re saving your favorite shoes from a teething puppy or rewarding a loyal friend, a high-quality dog chew is far more than just a distraction. Chewing is a primal instinct that provides vital mental stimulation, promotes dental health and often serving as a source of protein. The right chew is a simple, yet powerful, tool for supporting your dog’s physical health and emotional well-being.
Boredom Buster
Rain ruining your walking routine? Or just had a chaotic week with less playtime for your pup? A long-lasting chew is the perfect way to beat canine boredom and expend that pent-up energy. When dogs get bored, they tend to find their own entertainment, which usually means goodbye to your favorite pair of shoes! Chews provide a great mental and physical workout, forcing dogs to use their jaw muscles and focus their minds. Plus, unique shapes offer an extra layer of stimulation as they figure out the best way to grip and tackle their treat.
A Dog's Version of a Stress Ball
Some dogs suffer from stress and anxiety daily, others get it during extreme changes. Whatever the cause, sometimes a good chew can help reduce these feelings. Chewing in itself is a distraction (which is why some dogs will chew up furniture when stressed). The mental stimulation it creates forces dogs to focus on the chew, instead of whatever is causing the anxiety.
Keeping Those Pearly Whites....Pearly White
Did you know chewing doubles as dental care? As dogs bite down, the chew gently rubs against their teeth to scrub away plaque and massage gums. Our uniquely shaped treats, like the Beef Curly and Beef Pretzel, challenge dogs to chew from all angles, targeting those hard to reach spots. It’s a total mouth workout that cleans teeth and massages gums simultaneously, making dental hygiene feel like snack time!
Protein Packed
Majority of our chews are extremely high in protein. Our Mr. Twisty is 85% protein while the Bison Backstrap is 89%. Protein is essential for dogs and they need it for their bodies to stay healthy and function on a day to day basis. Depending on the size and age of your dog, they could need 15% to 30% of protein daily. Supplementing with a high protein chew is a an excellent way to ensure your dog is getting enough. A lack of protein can lead to diarrhea and vomiting.
Good for Your Dog, Good for You
Other chews products, like our Beef Tendons and Backstrap, contain collagen. Collagen is a protein found throughout a dog’s body: muscles, tendons, bones, hair, nails, etc. It’s important to pick products containing a natural source of collagen to prevent issues with aging.
These products are also a natural source of glucosamine and chondroitin—two elements that are excellent for maintaining canine joint health or managing existing issues. They encourage cartilage development and help restore damaged tissue.
All in all, chews are more than just a treat. They can alleviate boredom, stress and anxiety. There are health benefits too - like being a source of protein, glucosamine and chondroitin. And the whole time the dog is chewing, they are cleaning their teeth. So next time you are at the pet store, grab an extra chew or two. Your dog will thank you.
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