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viviansnickers · 04-06-2009, 03:02 PM

Go to wikipedia.com and search bully stick...

OMG....bull pizzle=bull WEINER!!!

manolos mom · 04-06-2009, 06:10 PM

It sure does keep them busy....

Sweetlips6 · 04-10-2009, 02:15 PM

When Bonnie is trying to bite my hands (playing) I say "Where is your Bully?" She runs and gets it, and goes to town on it. It does keep her busy.
I get mine from AMD here on YT. They are light in color and don't stink too bad. They appear alot fresher than the ones at the petco or petsmart.

Sweetlips6 · 04-10-2009, 02:18 PM

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Originally Posted by viviansnickers

Go to wikipedia.com and search bully stick...

OMG....bull pizzle=bull WEINER!!!

Oh come on! Give that little Snickers the chance to chew a bull weiner!

viviansnickers · 04-13-2009, 06:50 AM

OK! OK!! I'm going to drive about 10 miles to get my Snickers a Moo! brand odor free bully stick...of course I had to read, and read to figure out which brand would be the best, most healthy, and odor free!!!!! This brand is GREAT!!! I also got him the tibia bone for him last week to help with a last baby tooth which is still in...the bone is a bit big for him but he is loving it...will take the plunge and get the bull weiners!! Ugh! Anything for my babyboy right??!

Check the website...had to call around to see who carries it, but found a store... Welcome to Free Range Dog Chews, Inc. I'm liking the company already!! And local in MI!!

BonBon · 04-13-2009, 07:01 AM

Yay!!! I'm glad to see you're joining the bully stick club!!! I hope it won't be too bad!

jenn1381 · 04-13-2009, 07:15 AM

omg I had no idea that bully sticks were made outta THAT?! I haven't given one to Oliver yet, not even sure if you can get them in Canada, but was thinking about ordering some online as I sometimes just really need a break and his stuffed kong lasts like 5 seconds lately. Is there somewhere that I can (safely) order those Himalayan chews??? I really need to find stuff that will keep him busy for a while... anything to keep him from trying to chew my FLOWER VASE!!! And here I thought getting a one year old would give me a reprieve on the puppy behavior.. HA... was I wrong.

KJLive · 04-13-2009, 10:43 AM

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Originally Posted by jenn1381

omg I had no idea that bully sticks were made outta THAT?! I haven't given one to Oliver yet, not even sure if you can get them in Canada, but was thinking about ordering some online as I sometimes just really need a break and his stuffed kong lasts like 5 seconds lately. Is there somewhere that I can (safely) order those Himalayan chews??? I really need to find stuff that will keep him busy for a while... anything to keep him from trying to chew my FLOWER VASE!!! And here I thought getting a one year old would give me a reprieve on the puppy behavior.. HA... was I wrong.

I have found that the Merrick Brand is a good brand. It was recommended to me by Nancy1999. I bought 6 sticks direct from Merrick first just to see if I Sophie would like them, as they are a bit expensive. She LOVED them! So I thought I'd shop around for some that are maybe cheaper, as they are also sold by distributors. Well, although I found them cheaper I got my first shipment of 12 sticks. Where ALL the ones from Merrick had a dia. of at least an inch, this pack of 12 had dia. form 1/4" to maybe 1 or 2 that were a 1/2". So I was a bit disappointed by that. Either way, shop it out and you'll find them. They do stink, however! BTW....I bought some pigs ears over the weekend and I got the "baked" ones. Those didn't smell at all. Have fun!

wemple2 · 04-13-2009, 10:58 AM

Winston won't even touch a bully stick, how come? I've tried a couple different kinds...not interested. Oh well. I tried.

viviansnickers · 04-13-2009, 11:34 AM

Alright girls...

I found the Moo! bully sticks, bought two 6 inchers (2 bucks a piece) and just gave 1 to Snick...and yes, he is all over it and then some, when I come near him, he takes it and runs!! Hahahah....it's getting kinda slimy and hairy from the chewing and even though they are supposed to be "odor free" um....no, there is a weird smell from them, nothing I can smell away from him, but if I smell the stick itself...blah!

He loves it...is the weird slime and hairy strings normal?? I hope hs beard does not stink that that all day now!!!???? He does love it...and I love him.

KJLive · 04-13-2009, 11:37 AM

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Originally Posted by viviansnickers

Alright girls...

I found the Moo! bully sticks, bought two 6 inchers (2 bucks a piece) and just gave 1 to Snick...and yes, he is all over it and then some, when I come near him, he takes it and runs!! Hahahah....it's getting kinda slimy and hairy from the chewing and even though they are supposed to be "odor free" um....no, there is a weird smell from them, nothing I can smell away from him, but if I smell the stick itself...blah!

He loves it...is the weird slime and hairy strings normal?? I hope hs beard does not stink that that all day now!!!???? He does love it...and I love him.

Don't go asking for any kisses anytime soon after a bullystick chew. Sophie's breath usually stinks from chewing hers. It goes away though.. LOL! Glad to hear you took the plunge....

viviansnickers · 04-13-2009, 11:51 AM

Hahahaha, I just took his bully stick away b/c I really want Snick to eat his dinner, and he seems to just LOVES me more than usual, wants to sit right in my lap and cuddle. I just went for a kiss and could faintly smell the bully stick...hahaa...he just loves me!! I mean I knew he did, but wow..what a bully stick does!!

KJLive · 04-13-2009, 11:54 AM

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Originally Posted by viviansnickers

Hahahaha, I just took his bully stick away b/c I really want Snick to eat his dinner, and he seems to just LOVES me more than usual, wants to sit right in my lap and cuddle. I just went for a kiss and could faintly smell the bully stick...hahaa...he just loves me!! I mean I knew he did, but wow..what a bully stick does!!

See...and you almost didn't get them. Aren't you glad now? He loves you twice over!

I do find though, that if Sophie has her bully or ears too much during the day, she doesn't eat much of her kibble. I don't like that too much. Matter of fact, she went through 2 ears this weekend and not nearly enough kibble. So the bully will get a rest tonight and maybe tomorrow. Just so she gets some good food in her.

Nancy1999 · 04-13-2009, 11:58 AM

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Originally Posted by fadeddenim

i used to give my yorkies bully sticks up until my breeder told me that she had a customer who gave their yorkie bully sticks and the yorkie ended up choking on it and died. she said a healthier alternative are those "greenies" dental chews because they break down easier and are easily digestible.

i've been giving those to my yorkies as chew treats. since she told me that horror story i've been scared to use them.

A dog can choke on any chewing stick, and they say that you should supervise all chewing sticks. Gulpers who swallow large chunks of food at a time probably should not be given any chewing stick, as they will probably swallow too big of a piece. For most dogs, it's not the choking part that is a problem, it's the fact that some sticks are not 100% digestible, easy to digest is different that 100% digestible. The problem with sticks that aren't 100% digestible is that a small piece can cause an obstruction in the intestines, and this is extremely serious, and many dogs have died from this. Greenies had such a problem with this, they stopped making them and the newly formulated product is said to be safer, however they are still not 100% digestible, a small piece "the size of a grain of rice" may not be digestible. While this is not such a problem with bigger breeds, yorkies have smaller intestines, and the small piece might cause an obstruction. The same is true with rawhides; they are not 100% digestible. This is why many of us have turned to bully sticks, they are the only hard stick that I know of that is 100% digestible. The hardness of the stick helps scrape teeth of tartar and is good for gums, but it seems like all other hard sticks have the problem of not being completely digestible. So, I'm willing to put up with the gross thought, if it means that Joey will have a better chance of keeping all his teeth. I like the Merrick brand, they aren't as strong smelling as some, and they are super hard, and last a long time. See this link for more information on Greenies. FDA Investigates Greenies Following KIRO 7 Investigation - Consumer News Story - KIRO Seattle and http://www.vetmed.vt.edu/engagement/...tNotes_120.pdf

Also, a word of warning, "100% edible" is not the same as "100% digestible".

BonBon · 04-13-2009, 12:59 PM

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Originally Posted by viviansnickers

Hahahaha, I just took his bully stick away b/c I really want Snick to eat his dinner, and he seems to just LOVES me more than usual, wants to sit right in my lap and cuddle. I just went for a kiss and could faintly smell the bully stick...hahaa...he just loves me!! I mean I knew he did, but wow..what a bully stick does!!

Awww, don't ya love seeing them so happy!!

04-06-2009, 03:02 PM	#31
viviansnickers Snick&Viv= BFF Donating Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Michigan Posts: 1,755	Go to wikipedia.com and search bully stick... OMG....bull pizzle=bull WEINER!!! __________________ -Vivian Mommy to my cuddlebug baby boys-Snickers & Reesie

04-06-2009, 06:10 PM	#32
manolos mom Donating YT 4000 Club Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Texas Posts: 7,982	It sure does keep them busy.... __________________ Ethical Breeders follow and support http://www.ytca.org/

04-13-2009, 06:50 AM	#35
viviansnickers Snick&Viv= BFF Donating Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Michigan Posts: 1,755	OK! OK!! I'm going to drive about 10 miles to get my Snickers a Moo! brand odor free bully stick...of course I had to read, and read to figure out which brand would be the best, most healthy, and odor free!!!!! This brand is GREAT!!! I also got him the tibia bone for him last week to help with a last baby tooth which is still in...the bone is a bit big for him but he is loving it...will take the plunge and get the bull weiners!! Ugh! Anything for my babyboy right??! Check the website...had to call around to see who carries it, but found a store... Welcome to Free Range Dog Chews, Inc. I'm liking the company already!! And local in MI!! __________________ -Vivian Mommy to my cuddlebug baby boys-Snickers & Reesie

04-13-2009, 07:01 AM	#36
BonBon Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: With my yorkies Posts: 10,350	Yay!!! I'm glad to see you're joining the bully stick club!!! I hope it won't be too bad! __________________ He is your friend, your partner, your defender, your dog. You are his life, his love, his leader. He will be yours, faithful and true, to the last beat of his heart. You owe it to him to be worthy of such devotion. -- Author Unknown

04-13-2009, 07:15 AM	#37
jenn1381 YT Addict Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Barrie, Ontario, Canada Posts: 427	omg I had no idea that bully sticks were made outta THAT?! I haven't given one to Oliver yet, not even sure if you can get them in Canada, but was thinking about ordering some online as I sometimes just really need a break and his stuffed kong lasts like 5 seconds lately. Is there somewhere that I can (safely) order those Himalayan chews??? I really need to find stuff that will keep him busy for a while... anything to keep him from trying to chew my FLOWER VASE!!! And here I thought getting a one year old would give me a reprieve on the puppy behavior.. HA... was I wrong. __________________ Oliver & Mya are my

04-10-2009, 02:15 PM	#33
Sweetlips6 YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Taft, TN, US Posts: 603	When Bonnie is trying to bite my hands (playing) I say "Where is your Bully?" She runs and gets it, and goes to town on it. It does keep her busy. I get mine from AMD here on YT. They are light in color and don't stink too bad. They appear alot fresher than the ones at the petco or petsmart.

04-13-2009, 10:58 AM	#39
wemple2 Wee Winston Wiggles Donating Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Kewanee, Illinois Posts: 9,666	Winston won't even touch a bully stick, how come? I've tried a couple different kinds...not interested. Oh well. I tried. __________________ As Ever, Kathy Intruducing Bentley Winston and Spencer: RIP My Sweet Angels

04-13-2009, 11:34 AM	#40
viviansnickers Snick&Viv= BFF Donating Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Michigan Posts: 1,755	Alright girls... I found the Moo! bully sticks, bought two 6 inchers (2 bucks a piece) and just gave 1 to Snick...and yes, he is all over it and then some, when I come near him, he takes it and runs!! Hahahah....it's getting kinda slimy and hairy from the chewing and even though they are supposed to be "odor free" um....no, there is a weird smell from them, nothing I can smell away from him, but if I smell the stick itself...blah! He loves it...is the weird slime and hairy strings normal?? I hope hs beard does not stink that that all day now!!!???? He does love it...and I love him. __________________ -Vivian Mommy to my cuddlebug baby boys-Snickers & Reesie

04-13-2009, 11:51 AM	#42
viviansnickers Snick&Viv= BFF Donating Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Michigan Posts: 1,755	Hahahaha, I just took his bully stick away b/c I really want Snick to eat his dinner, and he seems to just LOVES me more than usual, wants to sit right in my lap and cuddle. I just went for a kiss and could faintly smell the bully stick...hahaa...he just loves me!! I mean I knew he did, but wow..what a bully stick does!! __________________ -Vivian Mommy to my cuddlebug baby boys-Snickers & Reesie