Best toys for inside chewers? - Page 3

It is true that the Bully Sticks don't last very long.  I do buy the thickest ones they make -- can get expensive.  However, they are Safe, which is what concerns me the most.

All treats, chews etc., made of animal products have the potential to carry salmonella. To assume that bully sticks, part of the bovine penis, is completely safe for the dog or for the human handling it is a mistake. Know the signs of salmonella or other bacterial infection and humans should always wash their hands after handling cow hooves, pigs ears, bully sticks etc.

Try a house cat.

Compared to humans, dogs are quite resistant to salmonella.

My girl has a new found fasination with a Kong Stuff-a-ball.  Even when I don't put anything in it she chomps and chomps on it working her jaws, then she'll toss it around and bounce it!

Exactly Tess.  Anyone that lives on a farm knows they get into alot worse than a bully stick!

Tons of Kong toys. I have 2 extreme chewers and kong toys keep them busy all the time. You can put treats in kongs and it gives them something to do for a little while.
 Now the makers of kongs make frisbee toys and balls and all kinds of toys. I've had my orginal kong for 2 1/2 years now and it's still together and going strong.

I kennel my young dogs...

no chewing stuff only outside. I will not be cleaning some sticky  things off of my floor, furniture. They get one bone a week to chew on outside (raw bones ONLY)The only dog loose in my house is the one that proved him/herself trustworthy to have that priviledge...problem solved.
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Good luck


I do not recomend kongs to some dogs. (my male will tear it appart within 30 minutes). I like the hollow bones with some taugh (dried) stuff in it (like some dried up can food , I prepare in the owen, it stinks like poop), pressed all the way to the middle and lets the fun begin (depends on a dog it can last up to couple hours)... you better have 3 of them available hehe

 From:

http://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm193736.htm

December 9, 2009 – Sanger, CA-- Pet Carousel has initiated a recall of all Pig Ears and all varieties of Beef Hoof pet treats because the products may be contaminated with Salmonella. The problem was discovered after FDA testing found positive results for Salmonella in pig ears and beef hoof products.

These products were recalled because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. Salmonella can affect both humans and animals. People handling dry pet food and/or pet treats can become infected with Salmonella, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands after having contact with the treats or any surfaces exposed to these products.

Healthy people infected with Salmonella may experience some or all of the following symptoms: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramping and fever. Although rare, Salmonella can result in more serious ailments including arterial infections, endocarditis (inflammation of the lining of the heart), arthritis, muscle pain, eye irritation, and urinary tract symptoms. Consumers exhibiting these signs after having contact with this product should contact their health care provider immediately.

Pets with Salmonella infections may become lethargic and have diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, fever and vomiting. Some pets may only experience a decreased appetite, fever and abdominal pain. Infected, but otherwise healthy pets can be carriers and infect other animals or humans. If your pet has consumed any of the affected products or is experiencing any of these symptoms, contact your veterinarian immediately.

Nice link, hodie, but that doesn't negate the fact the dogs are quite resistant to salmonella.  The danger is more to the people than the dogs, though of course no one would deliberately feed something known to be contaminated.  Almost 40% of dogs are constantly shedding salmonella in their saliva as well as their feces, which is why the danger to people has to be considered if treats are contaminated with it.