funny discussion! embarrased to say i thought they were testicles, guess it makes more sense now. not too grossed out, think the hoofs have the worst smell ever & pig snouts where you can see the nostrils, if thats what they are, gross me out way more. i don't think bully's smell too bad & look fine. my 2 babies love them & i buy them because they are digestible. found them to be way too expensive in the pet stores, was very happy to find them so reasonable @ bestbullystick.com. you have to buy them in bulk but they are about 1/3 the price.