{"id":12262,"date":"2022-03-25T10:51:24","date_gmt":"2022-03-25T10:51:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-do-you-do-with-bully-stick-ends\/"},"modified":"2022-03-25T10:51:24","modified_gmt":"2022-03-25T10:51:24","slug":"what-do-you-do-with-bully-stick-ends","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-do-you-do-with-bully-stick-ends\/","title":{"rendered":"What do you do with bully stick ends?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-do-you-do-with-bully-stick-ends\/#What_do_you_do_with_bully_stick_ends\" title=\"What do you do with bully stick ends?\">What do you do with bully stick ends?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-do-you-do-with-bully-stick-ends\/#When_should_you_throw_out_a_bully_stick\" title=\"When should you throw out a bully stick?\">When should you throw out a bully stick?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-do-you-do-with-bully-stick-ends\/#Can_dogs_eat_the_end_of_a_bully_stick\" title=\"Can dogs eat the end of a bully stick?\">Can dogs eat the end of a bully stick?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-do-you-do-with-bully-stick-ends\/#Are_bully_sticks_OK_every_day\" title=\"Are bully sticks OK every day?\">Are bully sticks OK every day?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-do-you-do-with-bully-stick-ends\/#Should_I_let_my_dog_eat_the_whole_bully_stick\" title=\"Should I let my dog eat the whole bully stick?\">Should I let my dog eat the whole bully stick?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-do-you-do-with-bully-stick-ends\/#When_should_you_throw_out_bully_sticks\" title=\"When should you throw out bully sticks?\">When should you throw out bully sticks?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-do-you-do-with-bully-stick-ends\/#Can_bully_sticks_go_bad\" title=\"Can bully sticks go bad?\">Can bully sticks go bad?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-do-you-do-with-bully-stick-ends\/#How_long_should_a_puppy_eat_a_bully_stick\" title=\"How long should a puppy eat a bully stick?\">How long should a puppy eat a bully stick?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-do-you-do-with-bully-stick-ends\/#How_do_you_freshen_up_a_bully_stick\" title=\"How do you freshen up a bully stick?\">How do you freshen up a bully stick?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-do-you-do-with-bully-stick-ends\/#Is_it_OK_for_a_dog_to_swallow_a_bully_stick\" title=\"Is it OK for a dog to swallow a bully stick?\">Is it OK for a dog to swallow a bully stick?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-do-you-do-with-bully-stick-ends\/#What_do_you_do_with_the_end_of_a_bully_stick\" title=\"What do you do with the end of a bully stick?\">What do you do with the end of a bully stick?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-do-you-do-with-bully-stick-ends\/#Do_bully_sticks_dissolve_in_a_dogs_stomach\" title=\"Do bully sticks dissolve in a dog&#8217;s stomach?\">Do bully sticks dissolve in a dog&#8217;s stomach?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-do-you-do-with-bully-stick-ends\/#How_often_should_I_give_bully_stick\" title=\"How often should I give bully stick?\">How often should I give bully stick?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-do-you-do-with-bully-stick-ends\/#How_long_should_dogs_use_bully_sticks\" title=\"How long should dogs use bully sticks?\">How long should dogs use bully sticks?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-do-you-do-with-bully-stick-ends\/#How_much_of_a_bully_stick_should_a_dog_eat\" title=\"How much of a bully stick should a dog eat?\">How much of a bully stick should a dog eat?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-do-you-do-with-bully-stick-ends\/#What_to_do_with_ends_of_bully_sticks\" title=\"What to do with ends of bully sticks?\">What to do with ends of bully sticks?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-do-you-do-with-bully-stick-ends\/#How_long_should_it_take_dog_to_eat_bully_stick\" title=\"How long should it take dog to eat bully stick?\">How long should it take dog to eat bully stick?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-do-you-do-with-bully-stick-ends\/#Do_bully_sticks_go_bad\" title=\"Do bully sticks go bad?\">Do bully sticks go bad?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-do-you-do-with-bully-stick-ends\/#How_long_should_a_bully_stick_last\" title=\"How long should a bully stick last?\">How long should a bully stick last?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-do-you-do-with-bully-stick-ends\/#Are_expired_bully_sticks_safe_for_dogs\" title=\"Are expired bully sticks safe for dogs?\">Are expired bully sticks safe for dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-do-you-do-with-bully-stick-ends\/#How_long_can_a_puppy_have_a_bully_stick\" title=\"How long can a puppy have a bully stick?\">How long can a puppy have a bully stick?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-do-you-do-with-bully-stick-ends\/#How_can_you_tell_if_a_bully_stick_is_bad\" title=\"How can you tell if a bully stick is bad?\">How can you tell if a bully stick is bad?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-do-you-do-with-bully-stick-ends\/#Do_bully_sticks_get_moldy\" title=\"Do bully sticks get moldy?\">Do bully sticks get moldy?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-do-you-do-with-bully-stick-ends\/#Do_bully_sticks_ever_expire\" title=\"Do bully sticks ever expire?\">Do bully sticks ever expire?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-do-you-do-with-bully-stick-ends\/#How_long_should_I_let_my_puppy_chew_a_bully_stick\" title=\"How long should I let my puppy chew a bully stick?\">How long should I let my puppy chew a bully stick?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_do_you_do_with_bully_stick_ends\"><\/span>What do you do with bully stick ends?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>We recommend properly disposing of this piece of the stick though we have had customers either <b>cut it up into smaller pieces since the treat is fully digestible or soften it a bit by soaking it in water and then breaking it up into smaller pieces that aren&#8217;t choking hazards.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_should_you_throw_out_a_bully_stick\"><\/span>When should you throw out a bully stick?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>You should take a bully stick away <b>when it is small and becomes a choking hazard. Also, limit your dog to only one chew session with it per day. This gives your pup a chance to clean their teeth while enjoying a fun treat. Satisfy your dog&#8217;s natural craving with Natural Cravings Bully Sticks.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_dogs_eat_the_end_of_a_bully_stick\"><\/span>Can dogs eat the end of a bully stick?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Beware the tail-end of the bully stick But <b>as dogs chew the stick down, they increase the risk of choking on the tail end of the treat. If that little nub gets swallowed whole, your dog could choke or develop an intestinal blockage &#8211; both of which are serious medical emergencies.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_bully_sticks_OK_every_day\"><\/span>Are bully sticks OK every day?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Wondering how often you should feed your dog bully sticks? Yes it&#8217;s ok to give <b>your dog 1 bully stick per day. The average medium-sized dog should have no more than 1 bully stick a day. Now, if you do have an overweight pooch, then you can also feed them 1 bully stick each day.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_I_let_my_dog_eat_the_whole_bully_stick\"><\/span>Should I let my dog eat the whole bully stick?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Beware the tail-end of the bully stick But <b>as dogs chew the stick down, they increase the risk of choking on the tail end of the treat. If that little nub gets swallowed whole, your dog could choke or develop an intestinal blockage &#8211; both of which are serious medical emergencies.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_should_you_throw_out_bully_sticks\"><\/span>When should you throw out bully sticks?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Take the bully stick away and discard it <b>once it can be swallowed whole (about 2.5- 3 inches in most cases). Some pet owners use vice grips or toys to ensure their pet doesn&#8217;t chew past a certain point.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_bully_sticks_go_bad\"><\/span>Can bully sticks go bad?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Bully sticks can last for up to two years or more from when they are produced. Our bully stick stock rotates extremely quickly, and we ensure that every stick we ship will have at least a 1.5 year remaining in its shelf life upon receipt.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_should_a_puppy_eat_a_bully_stick\"><\/span>How long should a puppy eat a bully stick?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>five to 10 minutes<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_freshen_up_a_bully_stick\"><\/span>How do you freshen up a bully stick?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>However, <b>storing bully sticks in an air-tight container at room temperature will ensure they hold on to their moisture longer, which is partially why dogs love them so much. Keeping bully sticks in a sealable, stay fresh jar is a great way to not only keep them as fresh as possible, but also conveniently accessible.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_OK_for_a_dog_to_swallow_a_bully_stick\"><\/span>Is it OK for a dog to swallow a bully stick?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Even though bully sticks are digestible, your dog can become seriously hurt if they swallow a large chunk of the chew. Your dog can choke or suffer from a gastrointestinal emergency if they ingest a large piece or the entire chew. <b>You should take away your dog&#8217;s bully stick when it becomes small enough to be swallowed<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_do_you_do_with_the_end_of_a_bully_stick\"><\/span>What do you do with the end of a bully stick?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>We recommend properly disposing of this piece of the stick though we have had customers either cut it up into smaller pieces since the treat is fully digestible or soften it a bit by soaking it in <b>water and then breaking it up into smaller pieces that aren&#8217;t choking hazards.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_bully_sticks_dissolve_in_a_dogs_stomach\"><\/span>Do bully sticks dissolve in a dog&#8217;s stomach?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Bully Sticks are Healthy Treats Bully sticks, on the other hand, are highly digestible, which means that <b>they break down easily in your dog&#8217;s stomach. They also don&#8217;t splinter like other treats, so you don&#8217;t have to worry about broken off pieces causing any internal injuries.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_often_should_I_give_bully_stick\"><\/span>How often should I give bully stick?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>two to three times a week<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_should_dogs_use_bully_sticks\"><\/span>How long should dogs use bully sticks?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>five to 10 minutes<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_of_a_bully_stick_should_a_dog_eat\"><\/span>How much of a bully stick should a dog eat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>As a rule of thumb, one 6-inch medium bully stick is, on average, nine calories per inch, or about 54 calories per stick. We recommend giving your dog bully sticks <b>no more than two to three times a weekunless you are removing the bully stick before it is completely consumed.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_do_with_ends_of_bully_sticks\"><\/span>What to do with ends of bully sticks?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>We recommend properly disposing of this piece of the stick though we have had customers either <b>cut it up into smaller pieces since the treat is fully digestible or soften it a bit by soaking it in water and then breaking it up into smaller pieces that aren&#8217;t choking hazards.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_should_it_take_dog_to_eat_bully_stick\"><\/span>How long should it take dog to eat bully stick?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>After the drying and baking process is completed, bully sticks become incredibly tender. So, this means an average medium-sized dog can take up to <b>1 to 2 hours to thoroughly chew up a bully stick.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_bully_sticks_go_bad\"><\/span>Do bully sticks go bad?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Bully Sticks can last for up to two years or more from when they are produced and are known to be a very hardy product. The manufacturer ensures that the sticks will have at least a 1.5 year remaining shelf life upon receipt. Bully sticks can be stored in a zip-top bag.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_should_a_bully_stick_last\"><\/span>How long should a bully stick last?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Shaped bullys, like bully rings, provide a puzzle for your dog as he chews. Bully sticks are long lasting, in more than one way. They can last a long time while your dog is chewing them, and they also stay fresh for <b>up to three years<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_expired_bully_sticks_safe_for_dogs\"><\/span>Are expired bully sticks safe for dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Most expired dog treats are unlikely to cause health problems for your dog, especially if the expiration date is relatively close. If you find that your dog has become ill after eating some expired treats keep a close eye on them &#8211; a slightly upset stomach is rarely something to get overly concerned about.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_can_a_puppy_have_a_bully_stick\"><\/span>How long can a puppy have a bully stick?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>five to 10 minutes<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_you_tell_if_a_bully_stick_is_bad\"><\/span>How can you tell if a bully stick is bad?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Take the bully stick away and discard it <b>once it can be swallowed whole (about 2.5- 3 inches in most cases). Some pet owners use vice grips or toys to ensure their pet doesn&#8217;t chew past a certain point.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_bully_sticks_get_moldy\"><\/span>Do bully sticks get moldy?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>When the bully stick becomes small enough to swallow whole, it becomes a hazard. If it reaches the stomach, it shouldn&#8217;t cause a problem, as they are fully digestible.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_bully_sticks_ever_expire\"><\/span>Do bully sticks ever expire?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>You should never leave a stick outdoors. <b>If your dog has partially chewed a stick, you need to store it away so that mold and bacteria don&#8217;t develop. You can keep partially chewed sticks in the freezer. The cold environment will harden them right back up, making them ready for another chew session tomorrow.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_should_I_let_my_puppy_chew_a_bully_stick\"><\/span>How long should I let my puppy chew a bully stick?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>about ten minutes<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents What do you do with bully stick ends?When should you throw out a bully stick?Can dogs eat the end of a bully stick?Are bully sticks OK every day?Should I let my dog eat the whole bully stick?When should you throw out bully sticks?Can bully sticks go bad?How long should a puppy eat&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-12262","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12262"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=12262"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12262\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=12262"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=12262"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=12262"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}