Merrick body parts treats

kathysboxer · #1 10-25-2008, 07:41 PM

Just a quick question. Merrick has these body part treats. I was just wondering if they were ok to give Tyson or not. Here are a couple of the items I thought of getting. I copied info from their website.

Naturally Stuffed Twin Hoofers
Double your pleasure with our Twin Hoofers. All the flavor of our single hoofer but twice the durability. All hooves contain natural stuffing that we leave in while we process these rugged chews. This means that once your lovely canine reaches the exterior hoof they have officially moved into the bonus round.
Ingredients:
Hooves
Guaranteed Analysis
Crude Protein (Min.) 80.00%
Crude Fat (Min.) 9.00%
Crude Fiber (Max.) 2.00%
Moisture (Max.) 6.00%

Bully Stix 12"
Although this treat is definitely a conversation piece, we do not suggest that you bring it with you on a first date. It has been known to cause severe blushing. This is one of the most popular treats in the pet world and it is no secret that dogs love it. This 12” bully stick boasts that bigger is better and is made right here in America. You can have the peace of mind that they were manufactured under our country’s regulations and standards.
Ingredients:
Tendon
Guaranteed Analysis
Crude Protein (Min.) 79.00%
Crude Fat (Min.) 1.30%
Crude Fiber (Max.) 1.00%
Moisture (Max.) 13.00%

BxrMommieNAZ · #2 10-25-2008, 09:19 PM

I use bully sticks but only under supervision and I take them away when they get down to 2-3 inches and I only use real bully sticks (ie not ones that are man made and made from by-products and other nasties), I do not and will not use hooves and I do not use anything with "stuffing". Just my personal opinion.

kathysboxer · #3 10-26-2008, 05:42 AM

Thank you Bxrmommie. I just ran across the website and was curious. I have been wanting to get bully sticks but haven't gotten around to it. He does chew on raw meaty bones. When they get too small, I do take them away from him also. Didn't really think of the stuffing and hooves maybe not being good for him. Thanks for the help.

BxrMommieNAZ · #4 10-26-2008, 12:43 PM

Well I also have an allergy dog so I have to be VERY careful what I give him. I get my bully sticks online at best bully sticks for a great price and they don't upset his extremely sensitive tummy or cause any problems with his allergies.

Louise501 · #5 10-26-2008, 04:06 PM

I used to give mine bully sticks but Ruby just tries to swallow them so they no longer have them.