I've tried a few toys by Petstages but all have lead to disappointment.The Durable Stick looked like a great idea. It made sense, we have two Old English Bulldogs who are serious Stick addicts. We were hopeful this toy would become a favorite.Durable it is anything but.
Within minutes they were eating the toy like a cookie and tiny particles of "scented wood" were spilling out everywere. Our dogs were swallowing as much if not more than was spreading out all over the floor and furniture.
I'll caveat the following statements by saying we are animal lovers.
Our dogs are family, I began researching dog food and toys before there was an Internet. We are passionate about their health and well being. I've been making my own dog food for over 30 years you'll find out of my 80 reviews published on Amazon over 40% are dedicated to dog toys, nutritional supplements, special dog care products and other related dog items.
That said, here is a list of concerns about this product:
1) The toy is manufactured in China consumers have every reason to be highly suspect of any dog food or toy coming from China.
Every major recall including the 2007 nation wide disaster where thousands of dogs and cats died was due to Gluten imported from China. Reading the Petstages web site it's implied their toys are made in the United States they aren't.
2) Not only does the toy leave tiny particles of wood everywhere. Again, your dog will ingest this material.
The Danger:
There is no list of ingredients on the package. The consumer has no idea what the scent is made of w. Or what chemicals are used to process the wood. No information whatsoever is provided on the packaging with exception of promotional fluff.
* The Animal and Veterinary division of the FDA states that all dog foods, treats and "Digestible Toys" MUST include a label of ingredients.
For Petstages to ignore this requirement is not only irresponsible it's against the law.
*fda.gov/AnimalVeterinary
TOYS YOU CAN TRUST:
Nylabone made in the USA for more than 50 years
Kong Made in the USA
Kong Treats Made in the USA of excellent ingredients and labeled in accordance to Law.
Orbee Sensational, innovative toys Made in the USA
Based on the disturbing information regarding Petstages products I cannot recommend them whatsoever.What is more I would urge any Pet Lover to avoid this product at all costs. If you are currently using a Petstages wood scented Durable Stick toy you would be well advised to remove it until Petstages complies with the law and releases it's list of ingredients.
If your dog has been exhibiting troubling behavior and has been chewing this toy please contact your veterinarian.
But after my 2 dogs, husky/corgi mixes, had these for about 30 mins and the ends were completely chewed off and I had little slivers of whatever material they were made of all over my floor, I decided to see if I could find them on Amazon and see what the reviews were. I agree with the review on the large size of this toy, these are junk. I actually paid more for mine and they are going right back to Petsmart. I got these so that my dogs would stop eating the actual sticks in the yard, but they are devouring these just as fast and I have more faith in the nutritional value of the sticks in the yard. My dogs are my children and I hardly think these things are safe for animals. Do Not Waste Your Money or Your Pet's Health!
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My 10 lbs schnauzer/poodle mix was eating this stick within 5 minutes. I am pretty sure this is not edible. I will be returning it to the store.Read Best Reviews of Petstages Durable Stick, Petite Here
It was much smaller than I thought. The big puppy took it from my boston adult dog and chewed it up pretty fast. I like it, but too small.Want Petstages Durable Stick, Petite Discount?
My chihuahuas love them....can't do without! They are obsessed with them. Order online because they are expensive in the stores and really hard to find.
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