Petstages Durable Stick, Small

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

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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.

These are great project chews! I like how they do not get sharp, pointy edges like Nylabones. I get the largest size available so it lasts longer.

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These "sticks" are a great chew treat, good for the dog's teeth and leaving no shards or pieces. My dogs love them.

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...if a Labrador could chuck wood?! If he eats wood already, why not?! This got us through a lengthy surgery recovery and our dog is a pretty aggressive chewer especially when he's bored! I bought several of these because our lab puppy was supposed to be inactive for EIGHT WEEK! Eek. These are great.

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This toy first caught my eye when I was shopping in-store at a pet store chain. My dog loves sticks -chewing on them, eating them, prancing around the yard carrying them -and that seems to be the ONE thing she won't "drop" or "leave" when I give her those commands.

I should also add that my dog is a VERY powerful chewer. She's destroyed countless toys -usually within a few days of receiving it. As a result, I don't buy very many new toys unless they're specifically labeled for powerful chewers.

I took a chance on this toy, and I'm glad I did! She loved it instantly. (In fact, for a few days she tried to hide it -something usually reserved only for the very best treats, certainly not toys!) She's on her second one now, having worn the other one down considerably. I also have a third one on hand, for whenever the old one needs to be tossed.

Unlike other reviewers, I've never seen any shards or mess from this product.