Bully Buddy Initial Thoughts & Impressions - The Best Way To Give Your Dog A Bully Stick?
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- Опубликовано: 2 ноя 2019
- In this initial impressions, hands-on review we take a closer look at the bully buddy from Bow Wow Labs. This "safety device" for bully sticks is a novel and easy to use item every dog owner should add to the way they treat their dogs; when it comes to feeding a bully stick. It allows you to secure a bully stick with a base making it easier to chew on. More importantly it reduces the likelihood of your dog having issues with chewing the endpoint/nub of a bully stick. In some cases, your dog can swallow this endpoint without chewing sufficiently. This can cause blockages, obstructions, and other issues. This can lead to a vet or hospital visit or anxiety when feeding a bully to your dog. In extreme cases it can even cause choking and possibly death. The bully buddy helps by limiting access to the endpoint of the bully ( about 3" ) and holding it till it is removed so you do not have to worry about your dog attempting to chew this piece.
It currently available for dogs of all weight classes and breed types ( assuming that breed can eat bully sticks ). This ranges from approx 10lbs to 90lbs+. Pricing is reasonable with the size determining the cost. Depending on the size you are looking around $35 to $65. The product is two pieces that are made of nylon. It is constructed well and feel tough and durable. I would not be too concerned even with power chewers but as always supervision is recommended. You also want to ensure you get the appropriate size for your dog. The bully buddy itself works by inserting the bully into the opening and then ratching the adjustment knob to lower the securing pin in place ( generally in the middle of the bully ). This adjustable retention pin along with 4 internal teeth secure the bully in place while your dog chews on it.
If you have been looking for an easy way to give a bully stick to your dog while ensuring a safer experience check it out.
Bully Buddy Website -
bowwowlabs.com/products/bully...
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Thank you. Overall the experience still is positive and do feel it is a great option for dog owners looking to minimize risk when providing their dog a bully stick.
Great info!
Thanks! Glad you found it useful. Overall solid product with a some room for improvement but a solid option for owners who provided their dogs with bully sticks.
Interesting content, though I have found quite a few different types of options available on the market. Have you considered doing a more thorough review of all the available holders? I’ve tried the bully buddy and have personally found that my dog can still remove the bully stick as the teeth in the bully buddy ware down over time. I’m particularly interested in the SafetyChew since the pin actually locks through a hole in the bully sticks.
Thanks for the feedback. I do agree that the bully buddy is pretty good but could be improved. I found you need the right bully to have it be most effective, it also depends on the dog and they habit/manner of chewing/approaching a bully. It is worth looking at few option options or even the DIY option some consider which is a clamp or vise pillars. I will see if I can check out the safety chew. Appreciate the view and commentary, have a great weekend.
That is an option if you like drilling holes in bully sticks, not every house has a drill.....
Any thoughts of what the leftover nub could be used for? I usually toss them but was wondering if anyone has found a good way to reuse them. Perhaps dehydrate and find a way to mix in food? Just a thought. Thanks!
I have had some feedback from people that they stew them in broth to get them soft and then give to their dogs. I have not personally tried it. In regards to the dehydration idea that is an interested one but as they are already cooked I wonder how effective that would be.
Experiences With My Dog thanks a lot! New subscriber I appreciate your content.
I read there is a risk of bacterial contaminants in bully sticks. What are your thoughts?
Hi, grace. Great question. My thoughts are that overall this is of essentially no concern. I would note you should keep in mind that in regards to human-grade poultry there are over a million cases of salmonella a year, yet we eat chicken generally without any concern. We, of course, need to be sensible when handling raw chicken or cooking it or thawing it. For dogs, the rate of actual bacterial infection or concern related to bacteria is extremely low. Dogs have digestive tracts that are designed for consuming raw foods and these types of chews. I would also note that there are more medical incidents related to plastic ingestion and toxicity from "plastic or non-organic chews" which can contain chemicals or toxins and have no nutritional benefit.
Moving back to bully sticks, the main item to consider is sourcing. Ideally only consider US-sourced companies to ensure supply the chain is carefully monitored. There are other good options as well and you just want to look at the track record of the company your purchasing from. You also can look for bully sticks that are "oven-cooked" this process lowers the odor and will also kill any bacteria. From there you just need to be sensible when storing them. I use a large airtight container that is normally used for kibble and keep it in the pantry ( where there is no direct light and low temperatures ) this helps to ensure no spoilage occurs. They can keep for months on end like this without any concern. I can also say from experience within my foster group and other rescues I know I have never had someone report to me there dog being sick from a bully stick. This is not the case with some treats which depending on ingredients like Glycerin or other items could cause an upset stomach or also be more allergy-prone.
I would say there is a higher concern when it comes to handling it yourself than your dog. In this regard you should follow good hygiene practices and ensure you wash your hands thoroughly after touching them. Otherwise, I stand by the fact that they are a great source of mental, physical, and emotional engagement. They are a great source for lean protein and low in fat and are some of the best dental chews you can get. If you are looking for some recommendations consider Raw feeding Miami, Lola, and Sancho, PawStruck or BestBullySticks, or Only Natural Pet.
I hope this helps and thanks for the view and the comment. Stay safe and healthy and give your dog a treat from us!
Are there any bully sticks that don't stink so badly?
Yes look at options that have been processed differently like low odor. Some options include only natural pet and red barn as well as bark worthies.
I just rescued a dog who is use to having to fight for his food so when I tried giving him a dental bone he tried to swallow it whole and I had to wrestle it out of his mouth, this product looks great but do you think it would work with dental bones or other stick/bone products that aren't a bully product?
I am not sure but could try a few out. To be honest, though I tend to not recommend synthetic chews and would not spend time or money on them. What might be a better option is using positive reinforcement and slowing work up to big chews. Also once the treat or chew is given it is theirs. You can only build to taking it once they have trust in you and a lot of this comes down to how you reward their behavior. Consider getting a bog of real chews. They come with light, medium and heavy chews and even a super chew. this can allow you to scale your way up to bigger chews like bully sticks. Furthermore for developing a positive relationship with a new rescue pup, these are great. Thanks for reducing and best of luck to you and your pup. Stay safe and stay healthy!