Answers:
Will these chews stain
the carpet?^
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No. The color does not come off the chew. Furthermore, as
it is vegetable based, there are no off- odors, or greasiness
to contend with either.
What size is best
for my dog? ^ top
Basically, all sizes are fine and safe for all dogs. Chose
the size based upon whether you intend the chew as a training
treat or as an actual chew. See each product listing for a
full description.
My dog could chew the “bark
off a tree.” How long do these chews last? ^
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We hope you have a lot of trees in your yard and
hope we can help you save a few. Generally, it depends on
the size, age and chewing habits of your dog. Obviously these
will not last as long as rawhide or pig’s ears, since
they are made of a fibrous vegetable instead of animal tissue.
However, they will last anywhere from several minutes to
twenty minutes, depending again on dog size, age and chewing
strength. What’s wonderful about these chews is that
they are nutritionally healthy and do not have the high fat
levels of pigs ears, or the potential digestive problems
of rawhide. Additionally, these are 100% sweet potato and
contain no added processed non-foods.
Do
dogs really like sweet potato? ^
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Yes. There is something about sweet potato that dogs find irresistible.
Once sweet potato is dehydrated, as these are, the flavor is
locked in, and luckily so are all the valuable nutrients.
It is
difficult to tell from the photos how large each chew is.
Can you tell me more about the size of the different chews? ^
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Yes, Bichon “Fries” are very similar to a French
fry. They are good for toy- to medium-sized dogs as a chew
or for larger dogs as a treat. They can be torn easily into
smaller pieces for training treats.
Veggie “Rawhide” is similar in size and thickness
to most rawhide pieces or pig’s ears. They range in size
depending on the size of the potato the chew was sliced from.
Typically they are 1 ½ to 2 inches wide and 3 to 5 inches
long. Veggie “Rawhide” is suitable for all dogs
but make the best all-around chew for small to medium-sized
dogs. They can also be torn into smaller pieces to accommodate
the chewing needs of toy breeds.
Big Boyz were created for the bigger breeds but can be given
to medium-sized dogs as well. It is only a matter of how big
a chewer the dog is. They are a good alternative to pig’s
ears or bully sticks. They are twice as thick as Veggie “Rawhide” and
range from 1 to 3 inches wide and 3 to 6 inches long. Most
bags of chews will contain a variety of sizes.
Keep in mind that all the chews are made from 100% sweet potato.
Sweet Potatoes range a great deal in size. To keep waste down
and to keep the cost to you as low as we can offer, each bag
of chews will contain variations in sizes. After two years
of offering these chews, we have had a great deal of positive
feedback on the natural look of our chews. They are not yet
another “cookie cutter” processed dog chew.
Is
sweet potato healthy for my dog? ^
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Yes, very healthy. It has been determined that dogs should
have 35% of their diet met from vegetable and fruit sources.
These chews are especially good for dogs with food allergies
or other dietary problems such as obesity or diabetes. Sweet
potato is very high in a wide spectrum of nutrients. See The
#1 ranked Vegetable.
Senior dogs will benefit from having something to chew that
is not hard on sensitive teeth. Puppies benefit from the high
levels of calcium and other nutrients. All dogs benefit from
the fiber in sweet potato, which is helpful for digestion and
helps to improve their stool.
How long can I keep
the package? ^
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12 Months from purchase, kept in a cool dark place.
For even better results the chews can be kept in the refrigerator.
I’ve
noticed some variation in color and weight on the chews I
have ordered. Is this normal? ^
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Yes, completely normal. Some chews are a darker orange while
others are a bit lighter. There are a number of factors dictating
the differences. There is a wide range of color in the sweet
potatoes themselves. The time of year also affects the color
as well. We work directly with farmers and packers of sweet
potatoes. Colors and textures even vary by such factors as
the individual field the potatoes were grown in and its watering
cycles. Weather during planting or harvesting can also affect
the final color or texture of the Sweet Potato Dog Chews.
All our chews are dried on hand-crafted wooden slat trays that
also are used in drying a variety of ripe fruits in the sunny
central valleys of California. Though the trays are thoroughly
washed and sanitized before each use, sometimes the color from
the tannins of other fruit will leave a slight mark on the
sweet potato chews. Occasionally these look like a dark stain.
Rest assured, it is completely natural.
You can be sure that the product has met the quality guidelines
set by the U.S. Agricultural Department and Animal Assisted
Crisis and Response teams (AAFCO).
Can my dog choke on these
chews? ^ top
Of course any dog (or human for that matter) could choke on
just about anything and a dog should be monitored during chewing
to ensure safety. However, these chews are very safe when compared
to other animal chews. Basically, as the dog chews these treats,
the dehydrated sweet potato will slowly be broken down by the
chewing activity and swallowed like any other treat.
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