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Originally Posted by dottiesyrky

As we see from the posts, there are many views on this chew stick, as there are also on foods in general. I read the review of bully sticks and it seems calories and contaminants are the main issues. As with foods we have to weigh the pros and cons for our own dogs, and the risk/benefit of using them. The calories can be controlled by limiting time with the chew. As for germs, could it be that most animal-part chews are also contaminated? It is said that the acid in the dogs' stomach is strong enough to kill most bacteria, and if true, the bugs should not be a problem? Again this depends on the dog and its gut reaction. Many dogs love them and the chews are helpful for calming and distracting them, and they are well tolerated. Personally, I do not use them for my dog as he tends to chew them up quickly before I can remove them, and I fear he will swallow and perhaps choke.
Another food dilemma, LOL!

That's why I give nylabones to Bella. No calories, no contaminants, no MRSA, and no chipped teeth.