There is seen recently that bully sticks are for sale online or at your favorite pet supply store and your dogs love them for their chewing activities as well as their taste they give. However, there are various misconceptions about bully sticks and what they really do to the nutrition of dogs.

Bully sticks are easily digestible dog treats that are made up of dried steer or bull penis which is considered an animal by-product. Many people are against giving any by-products or any product that is not meat or muscle as food but bully sticks are in that category.

In addition, it’s hard to measure the nutritional quantity of a bully stick. If you’re calculating the calorie intake of your dog, this is a factor to keep in mind.

Your dog is likely not taking off the opportunity to bite down on a bully stick, but it’s always up to you and your vet to determine if bully sticks will fit into your dog’s health and overall wellness plan. If you come up with the conclusion that bully sticks aren’t a good option for your dog, there are other healthful treats you can offer that will satisfy her/ his desire to chew.

Bully sticks are actually low in fat when particularly compared with other natural chews, such as pig ears. Generally, they contain around 10% fat content, with about 75-85% protein, though this can vary a lot between different brands (pig ears have around 30% fat). This makes them a good choice for dogs who need to watch their fat intake. However, it is still recommended that you watch your pet’s consumption, as bully sticks have high calories in them and are irresistible for most dogs!

Advantages 

  • Being a longer-lasting chew, similar to rawhide, bully sticks can come in helpful for many dog owners. Since they take a long time to chew down, bully sticks are probably not very good for treat training, which will work best when they are small and quick to eat but they are excellent as distraction food materials.
  • If you have a dog that behaves badly in rude behavior caused by boredom or anxiety, you should try to give him/her a bully stick. Never try rewarding them for bad behavior by offering the bully stick after the negative behavior is displayed.
  • If your dog gets destructive when you are leaving them home alone, then give the bully stick while you are preparing to leave. This will give them something to focus on while you can go through your normal routine for departure. If you are not comfortable leaving the chew with your dog, then it’s best to remove the chew before you leave the building.
  • An almost universally contesting chew, bully sticks are distracting enough for any dog and provide a positive platform for your dog while you are busy with something else of your own.

How they are made

The manufacturing process of bully sticks differs from one company to other but generally bully sticks are made by draining any fluids left in the meat and then cooked in various ways. As with most things, manufacturers all have different treatment methods and standards for their processing. While they can be organized in a diversity of several ways, bully sticks are most commonly smoked or baked. They are available in a variety of different shapes and sizes to suit different types of dogs. There are various companies that wholesale bully sticks.

Like most natural chews, they have a distinct odor and while your dog may love it but it can be a little too pungent for us. To help us tolerate the smell of the bully sticks, an odor-reduced alternative is available. Odor-lessened bully sticks are made through careful treatment of the raw materials. The exposure of meat to heat and moisture in their raw state affects their level of odor when they are dried.

Disadvantages 

There have been many debates on bully sticks in the news or on the internet. Bully sticks have been the target of some worried pet owners, many of these concerns can be fixed with their appropriate use and additional information.

It’s important to note that any natural dog food, as well as toy, can be a choking hazard if you are feeding the incorrect size of the treat.  You should always look after your pets to ensure that they are chewing properly and safely, and not trying to swallow large pieces of the meat.

Bully sticks are also known as pizzle sticks. They come in dried, raw, or cooked form as well as in a variety of bulks, sizes, shapes, and flavors. They are hard in thickness, which allows the dogs to chew them. You should give your Dog a Bully Stick. As with any treat, bully sticks should be given occasionally and should be under supervision. However most dogs tend to chew on bully sticks, some may try to swallow large pieces at once, which can cause choking in them.