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matese · 01-17-2015, 02:42 PM

There was a time I would give my now past girls chew sticks, hooves, pig ears, after reading how bad some of these are my little adopted boy has had no chew anything. After having Cody 14 months I have given him nothing to chew on and feel so bad about this. I see many members are giving their babies Bully Sticks, I saw Pet Supplies carried them so I got one for my boy. I gave him it tonight, it was about 5 inches long. Since he hasn’t had anything like this to chew I watched him very carefully to make sure he didn’t sallow the whole thing as he was so excited, also watched how much was chewed, not wanting it to get to small for him to sallow a large piece of it. After an hour or so I coaxed him with dinner so he would leave the bully stick and eat his food. When he was wolfing down his kibbles I took the bully stick away, it’s about 3 inches now. So my question is::::how many inches is it when you take it away from your baby. Codys is 3 y/o weighs 12 pounds.

kreuer · 01-17-2015, 02:52 PM

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Originally Posted by matese

There was a time I would give my now past girls chew sticks, hooves, pig ears, after reading how bad some of these are my little adopted boy has had no chew anything. After having Cody 14 months I have given him nothing to chew on and feel so bad about this. I see many members are giving their babies Bully Sticks, I saw Pet Supplies carried them so I got one for my boy. I gave him it tonight, it was about 5 inches long. Since he hasn’t had anything like this to chew I watched him very carefully to make sure he didn’t sallow the whole thing as he was so excited, also watched how much was chewed, not wanting it to get to small for him to sallow a large piece of it. After an hour or so I coaxed him with dinner so he would leave the bully stick and eat his food. When he was wolfing down his kibbles I took the bully stick away, it’s about 3 inches now. So my question is::::how many inches is it when you take it away from your baby. Codys is 3 y/o weighs 12 pounds.

I usually give them until they can't hold it any more. I guess about 2 inches maybe. I also recommend C.E.T chews. They soften like the bully sticks where they chew, but don't smell as bad. They are also supposed to be good for their teeth. My dogs love those and bully sticks.

Wylie's Mom · 01-18-2015, 05:00 AM

I used to use bullies and would take them away around 2" or so.

margaritaville · 01-18-2015, 05:23 AM

Sissy loves her bully sticks. Bubba not so much but will chew on occasion. I usually take it away when it's about 2 inches.

Rachael1983 · 01-18-2015, 06:57 AM

Have you seen a bulky ring ? I use those and will take it away when I can't see it hanging from her mouth . The ring lasts a little longer than the sticks for us.

Yorkiemom1 · 01-18-2015, 10:51 AM

I take mine away at 3 inches or so....but then I start out at about 10 inches long! I always initially give mine large or extra large chews so it lasts longer....the CET chews are about11 inches long to start out, and I watch when it get soft and chewy, then cut THAT mush off....I just ordered those "Beams"...those dried fish skins....have not found anything adverse about them as of yet.....I was initially worried about sharp pieces breaking off and creating a choking hazard.....does not seem to be a problem.....if anyone that is familiar with these, has any warnings, please share....

matese · 01-19-2015, 05:32 AM

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Originally Posted by kreuer

I usually give them until they can't hold it any more. I guess about 2 inches maybe. I also recommend C.E.T chews. They soften like the bully sticks where they chew, but don't smell as bad. They are also supposed to be good for their teeth. My dogs love those and bully sticks.

Thanks for your reply, I will also try the C.E.T. What is the full name, I will see what pet stores carry them, I have Pet Suppy's and Pet Smart in my area PetCo is an hour away, not a prob. for me, I travel where ever to what I can't get in my area.

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Originally Posted by Wylie's Mom

I used to use bullies and would take them away around 2" or so.

Hi Ann, thanks for your reply, you say "use to give" may I ask why you've stopped. Several weeks ago I read pro's and Con' s about the Bully sticks, reason why I asked on YT.

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Originally Posted by Rachael1983

Have you seen a bulky ring ? I use those and will take it away when I can't see it hanging from her mouth . The ring lasts a little longer than the sticks for us.

Hi Rachael, I didn't know they came on rings. I would like that better for the same reason you do. I had to keep getting into Codys face to see if I could see the end of the stick, Cody was not to happy with momma's face is his, but I LOVE the stink eye lol. I will see where I can get the rings, I don't think Pet Supply carries it, I had asked where they were, the fellow took me to the isle, showed me the diff, size sticks, but no rings. Thank you for the heads up and your reply.

matese · 01-19-2015, 05:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Yorkiemom1

I take mine away at 3 inches or so....but then I start out at about 10 inches long! I always initially give mine large or extra large chews so it lasts longer....the CET chews are about11 inches long to start out, and I watch when it get soft and chewy, then cut THAT mush off....I just ordered those "Beams"...those dried fish skins....have not found anything adverse about them as of yet.....I was initially worried about sharp pieces breaking off and creating a choking hazard.....does not seem to be a problem.....if anyone that is familiar with these, has any warnings, please share....

Hi Judy, I opted for the shorter one, mistake, I should have gotten the longer one. And I too cut off that mushy part. If I buy again I will get the longer ones. Thank you for your input.

matese · 01-19-2015, 05:42 AM

I would like to thank everyone for their replies, I took away at 3 inches. This poor little boy was so happy to chew, I was scared he would sallow the 3 inches. I have little adopted boy 14 months now but am still learning about him. I don't know if his prev. owner ever gave him chew things since they never gave him any toys.

Jakester · 01-19-2015, 06:08 AM

Just be carefully with Bullysticks, Yorkies can break their teeth with them because their teeth are softer than most other breeds.

matese · 01-19-2015, 07:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Jakester

Just be carefully with Bullysticks, Yorkies can break their teeth with them because their teeth are softer than most other breeds.

That's what I read, Pros and Cons, I was hoping for some feed back. I thought since Cody is a young boy 3 y/o, strong healhy teeth he would be fine with bully sticks. Thank you

kreuer · 01-19-2015, 07:39 AM

[QUOTE=matese;4522580]Thanks for your reply, I will also try the C.E.T. What is the full name, I will see what pet stores carry them, I have Pet Suppy's and Pet Smart in my area PetCo is an hour away, not a prob. for me, I travel where ever to what I can't get in my area.

The brand is Virbac. They are called Virbac C.E.T. Oral Hygiene Chews. I get mine from Petco so I'm not sure where else they sell them. They come in different sizes and I get the Medium.

kreuer · 01-19-2015, 07:55 AM

I would also suggest checking out chewy.com. A lot of times even with the shipping (4.99 I think) it's cheaper than in the store.

Cha Cha · 01-19-2015, 08:09 AM

Personally, I would be cautious of purchasing bully sticks from pet stores where they are stored out in the open for anyone to come along and handle. I know that seems oxy moron because of what bully sticks are made from, but quality is important. Make sure you are purchasing products made only in the USA, range fed, grain free is my preference too. Also, many pet store products seem to really smell when your pet chews on them. I mean, I don't think there is really an "odor free" bully stick, but some of them REALLY do smell gross. I think some are soaked in a "smoke" solution (that's an opinion not a known fact), and some do cause intestinal upset in dogs which is more reason to closly monitor your pups and take notes when giving them so you can be certain. I buy all my bully sticks from bestbullysticks.com I purchase odor free and I get the ones that are 12" long and the "thick" ones. They last a very long time. I never leave them lay out I always monitor their chew times 15-20 minutes at a time. I go in spurts where I'll give mine bully sticks, then I take a break for a while because they do seem to pull out their beards when they chew on a regular basis and I don't like that.

maxsassy · 01-20-2015, 04:44 PM

Usually when the bully stick get to two inches I throw it away. I want to see it in her mouth when she is chewing on it.

01-17-2015, 02:42 PM	#1
matese Donating YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: E.Stroudsburg, Pa. Posts: 67,956	Bully Sticks There was a time I would give my now past girls chew sticks, hooves, pig ears, after reading how bad some of these are my little adopted boy has had no chew anything. After having Cody 14 months I have given him nothing to chew on and feel so bad about this. I see many members are giving their babies Bully Sticks, I saw Pet Supplies carried them so I got one for my boy. I gave him it tonight, it was about 5 inches long. Since he hasn’t had anything like this to chew I watched him very carefully to make sure he didn’t sallow the whole thing as he was so excited, also watched how much was chewed, not wanting it to get to small for him to sallow a large piece of it. After an hour or so I coaxed him with dinner so he would leave the bully stick and eat his food. When he was wolfing down his kibbles I took the bully stick away, it’s about 3 inches now. So my question is::::how many inches is it when you take it away from your baby. Codys is 3 y/o weighs 12 pounds. __________________ Joan, mom to Cody RIP Matese Schnae Kajon Kia forever in my A House Is Not A Home Without A Dog

01-18-2015, 05:00 AM	#3
Wylie's Mom Furbutts = LOVE Donating Member Moderator Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 35,889 Blog Entries: 2	I used to use bullies and would take them away around 2" or so. __________________ ~ A friend told me I was delusional. I nearly fell off my unicorn. ~ °¨¨¨°ºOº°¨¨¨° Ann \| Pfeiffer \| Marcel Verdel Purcell \| Wylie \| Artie °¨¨¨°ºOº°¨¨¨°

01-18-2015, 05:23 AM	#4
margaritaville Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: west long branch, n.j. Posts: 4,457	Sissy loves her bully sticks. Bubba not so much but will chew on occasion. I usually take it away when it's about 2 inches. __________________ Joan, Bubba and Sissy-BEWARE OF PUPPY MILLS breathe in, breathe out, move on -jb

01-18-2015, 06:57 AM	#5
Rachael1983 Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Burbs of DC Posts: 2,198	Have you seen a bulky ring ? I use those and will take it away when I can't see it hanging from her mouth . The ring lasts a little longer than the sticks for us. __________________ Owned by Troy(RIP) & Emma

01-19-2015, 05:42 AM	#9
matese Donating YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: E.Stroudsburg, Pa. Posts: 67,956	I would like to thank everyone for their replies, I took away at 3 inches. This poor little boy was so happy to chew, I was scared he would sallow the 3 inches. I have little adopted boy 14 months now but am still learning about him. I don't know if his prev. owner ever gave him chew things since they never gave him any toys. __________________ Joan, mom to Cody RIP Matese Schnae Kajon Kia forever in my A House Is Not A Home Without A Dog

01-18-2015, 10:51 AM	#6
Yorkiemom1 Rosehill Yorkies Donating YT Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Houston Texas Posts: 9,462	I take mine away at 3 inches or so....but then I start out at about 10 inches long! I always initially give mine large or extra large chews so it lasts longer....the CET chews are about11 inches long to start out, and I watch when it get soft and chewy, then cut THAT mush off....I just ordered those "Beams"...those dried fish skins....have not found anything adverse about them as of yet.....I was initially worried about sharp pieces breaking off and creating a choking hazard.....does not seem to be a problem.....if anyone that is familiar with these, has any warnings, please share....

01-19-2015, 06:08 AM	#10
Jakester Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Lancaster County, PA Posts: 162	Just be carefully with Bullysticks, Yorkies can break their teeth with them because their teeth are softer than most other breeds.

01-19-2015, 07:39 AM	#12
kreuer YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Manitowoc, WI Posts: 693	[QUOTE=matese;4522580]Thanks for your reply, I will also try the C.E.T. What is the full name, I will see what pet stores carry them, I have Pet Suppy's and Pet Smart in my area PetCo is an hour away, not a prob. for me, I travel where ever to what I can't get in my area. The brand is Virbac. They are called Virbac C.E.T. Oral Hygiene Chews. I get mine from Petco so I'm not sure where else they sell them. They come in different sizes and I get the Medium.

01-19-2015, 07:55 AM	#13
kreuer YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Manitowoc, WI Posts: 693	I would also suggest checking out chewy.com. A lot of times even with the shipping (4.99 I think) it's cheaper than in the store.

01-19-2015, 08:09 AM	#14
Cha Cha Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Where the deer and the antelope play Posts: 7,069	Personally, I would be cautious of purchasing bully sticks from pet stores where they are stored out in the open for anyone to come along and handle. I know that seems oxy moron because of what bully sticks are made from, but quality is important. Make sure you are purchasing products made only in the USA, range fed, grain free is my preference too. Also, many pet store products seem to really smell when your pet chews on them. I mean, I don't think there is really an "odor free" bully stick, but some of them REALLY do smell gross. I think some are soaked in a "smoke" solution (that's an opinion not a known fact), and some do cause intestinal upset in dogs which is more reason to closly monitor your pups and take notes when giving them so you can be certain. I buy all my bully sticks from bestbullysticks.com I purchase odor free and I get the ones that are 12" long and the "thick" ones. They last a very long time. I never leave them lay out I always monitor their chew times 15-20 minutes at a time. I go in spurts where I'll give mine bully sticks, then I take a break for a while because they do seem to pull out their beards when they chew on a regular basis and I don't like that. __________________ Shelly and the girls Moka Mylee

01-20-2015, 04:44 PM	#15
maxsassy Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Illinois Posts: 523	Usually when the bully stick get to two inches I throw it away. I want to see it in her mouth when she is chewing on it.