Anyone not like Bully sticks?

[Nancy1999]

Originally Posted by jrousseau66

I just don't see where it's necessary; I don't believe the body parts from one animal are meant to be fed to another... I wouldn't eat body parts from another species, nor would I expect them to eat mine.

I don't think too many animals eat their own species. I like the American Indian philosophy where they believed it was ok to kill an animal if you gave thanks, and you also used every single part.

[QuickSilver]

Originally Posted by Nancy1999

Here's the link from Merrick's page, I don't think there are marketed that much differently, maybe at some sites they are. Merrick Pet Foods - Dog Treats Tendons. There moisture content is less, probably since they are thinner and can be more easily dried. This would also affect the smell, and that's probably why flossies are said to have less of an odor.

Yes, they are both tendons. However, while bully sticks are often described as tendons, and it's technically true, they are only coming from one area of the body. The body has many tendons. Merrick makes different comments about bully sticks which are described as a "conversation piece." I really don't think flossies come from the penis.

[QuickSilver]

Originally Posted by jrousseau66

I just don't see where it's necessary; I don't believe the body parts from one animal are meant to be fed to another... I wouldn't eat body parts from another species, nor would I expect them to eat mine.

Just curious, does that mean your dog is on a vegetarian diet?

[Tinksmum]

Originally Posted by yorkie mad

they make Tia sick

Bluebelle gets sick, too. Not sure if it's the quality of the ones that I get...but she does love them

[MorkieMomii]

This thread keeps making me smile. I am worried about giving Eva the chew-eez now though. Are the flossies 100% digestable too?

[capt_noonie]

Originally Posted by Nancy1999

I don't think too many animals eat their own species. I like the American Indian philosophy where they believed it was ok to kill an animal if you gave thanks, and you also used every single part.

I agree. That is why I myself eat tongue, tail, intestine, tripe, etc, etc. IMO, the worst thing an animal can be slaughtered for is to be prepared and cooked badly.

I don't care where bully sticks come from, they are great.

Hey Nancy, thanks for that link to the ebay pages. I just bought a 10 pk of flossies for $35 w/ free shipping and a free toy!

[capt_noonie]

Originally Posted by QuickSilver

Just curious, does that mean your dog is on a vegetarian diet?

Yeah I'm wondering as well. there are lots of vegetarians out there... what do they feed their dogs???

[QuickSilver]

Originally Posted by capt_noonie

I agree. That is why I myself eat tongue, tail, intestine, tripe, etc, etc. IMO, the worst thing an animal can be slaughtered for is to be prepared and cooked badly.

I don't care where bully sticks come from, they are great.

Hey Nancy, thanks for that link to the ebay pages. I just bought a 10 pk of flossies for $35 w/ free shipping and a free toy!

I agree! I believe that we owe animals we raise for food good lives, and a quick, painless death.

[adorame]

Originally Posted by capt_noonie

Yeah I'm wondering as well. there are lots of vegetarians out there... what do they feed their dogs???

Well, I am a vegetarian, my husband and 4 children are not, and I cook them up their meat daily Just because I chose not to eat meat does not mean I expect others or my pets to follow my diet My Yorkies are on a grain free food , they get Taste Of the Wild, and I sometimes home cook for them as well too.

Like I stated in an earlier post, I chose NOT to give bully sticks to my Yorkies cause of reading about dogs getting sick and some even dying because the got bacterial infection from the bully stick. From what I gather, when they get it wet from chewing on it and then it is taken away for the next day, the wetness makes it a breeding ground for the bacteria to grow and the Owners have NO clue that it is now contaminated with bacteria and they let their doggy chew on it for up to a week on end..or as long as it lasts them. The dogs get sick and need medical intervention and a few have not lived Sorry, their is not anything that will make me change my mind about this one. I wont take that chance with my babies no matter how much they MIGHT love it.

[Nancy1999]

Originally Posted by QuickSilver

Yes, they are both tendons. However, while bully sticks are often described as tendons, and it's technically true, they are only coming from one area of the body. The body has many tendons. Merrick makes different comments about bully sticks which are described as a "conversation piece." I really don't think flossies come from the penis.

I see your point, and for some people it's probably easier to think they came from a different tendon anyway.

[Nancy1999]

Originally Posted by adorame

Well, I am a vegetarian, my husband and 4 children are not, and I cook them up their meat daily Just because I chose not to eat meat does not mean I expect others or my pets to follow my diet My Yorkies are on a grain free food , they get Taste Of the Wild, and I sometimes home cook for them as well too.

Like I stated in an earlier post, I chose NOT to give bully sticks to my Yorkies cause of reading about dogs getting sick and some even dying because the got bacterial infection from the bully stick. From what I gather, when they get it wet from chewing on it and then it is taken away for the next day, the wetness makes it a breeding ground for the bacteria to grow and the Owners have NO clue that it is now contaminated with bacteria and they let their doggy chew on it for up to a week on end..or as long as it lasts them. The dogs get sick and need medical intervention and a few have not lived Sorry, their is not anything that will make me change my mind about this one. I wont take that chance with my babies no matter how much they MIGHT love it.

The only infection I've read about that could have been possibly related to a bully stick involved a brand that had an expiration date, some brands use artificial preservatives, and these have a shelf life, meaning an expiration date and if used beyond that date, may no longer be safe to eat. The case I read about someone used a stick beyond the expiration date, and the vet could not determine if the animal got sick due to the stick or toys. A good quality bully stick that has been properly dried will dry up again after the dog has been chewing on it, and as soon as moisture is gone, bacteria die. Remember, bacteria need moisture to live. The lower quality sticks that have more moisture in to begin with, take longer to dry, so this is why you should look for a stick that is guaranteed to be 13% or lower. I'm not trying to change your mind; I just didn't want your post to worry others, who might be concerned about their safety. Remember, any manufacture can call their product a bully stick, and so when some people say their dogs got sick eating one, it's important to know who the manufacture was.

[rosey442]

Wow! I have enjoyed reading these posts. Anyway, Molly loves her bullysticks. She has been getting them every month since she was about 4 months old. I buy the 6" Merrick brand. Also, the ones I get for her are in the shape of a braid. They are not a plain "stick" shape. Since I just bought her a new bullystick, I'll wait until it's gone before buying her a Merrick Flossie. I'm sure that she'll probably love that too.
I had also bought her a cow's hoof stuffed with bacon & cheese that I had thought she would like. So far other than carrying it around a few times and finding it in my bedroom, she hasn't bothered with it. I'm not sure if it's because she's busy with her bullstick right now or because she doesn't like it. Anyone else try giving their baby a cow's hoof; plain or filled? Did they like it? It also came filled with a beef filling or a peanut butter one. Molly doesn't like peanut butter.
Anyway, we are big bullystick lovers.