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🦴 Why No-Hide Bones are a Better Choice Instead of Rawhide

🐾 Feed like Nature Intended 🐾

 

If you’re a dog parent, you already know how much our furry friends love to chew. Chewing keeps their teeth clean, their jaws strong, and their minds happy. But when it comes to choosing the right chew, not all bones are created equal.

Many pet owners are switching to No-Hide Bones as a safer, healthier alternative.

Let’s explore why No-Hide Bone chews are a better, safer, and more natural choice for your pup.

🧩 What’s the Difference Between No-Hide Bones and Rawhide?

No-Hide bones are made from simple, digestible ingredients. The No-Hide bones we sell are Earth Animal No-Hides. The core components for most of their rolls are a humanely raised meat or a plant-based alternative, brown rice flour, agar-agar (a plant-based gelatin), eggs, and olive oil. They’re designed to give your dog the same satisfying chew time, without the risks that come with rawhide.

Rawhide is made from the inner layer of animal hides (usually cattle or horse). To make it look appealing and shelf-stable, manufacturers often treat it with chemicals, bleaches, and preservatives — none of which are good for your dog’s digestive system. 

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*Earth Animal No-Hide Bones

🚫 The Dangers of Rawhide

Before tossing your dog another rawhide treat, it’s important to understand the potential dangers:

  1. Choking Hazard: Rawhide doesn’t break down easily. Once your dog softens it, large chunks can break off and get lodged in their throat or digestive tract.

  2. Digestive Blockages: Because it’s not easily digestible, rawhide can cause severe intestinal blockages — sometimes requiring surgery.

  3. Chemical Contamination: Many rawhides are processed with toxic chemicals like formaldehyde or bleach, which can irritate your dog’s stomach or cause long-term health issues.

 

 

🌿 Why No-Hide Bones Are the Better Choice

Here’s why No-Hide Bones are becoming the preferred option among pet parents and veterinarians alike:

  1. Easily Digestible: Made from natural ingredients that break down safely in your dog’s stomach.

  2. Safe and Long-Lasting: Offers the same chewing satisfaction as rawhide without the choking or blockage risks.

  3. Chemical-Free: No artificial preservatives, bleaches, or toxic chemicals — just wholesome ingredients you can trust.

  4. Supports Dental Health: The gentle chewing action helps scrape away plaque and tartar buildup.

~ The BJ’s Raw Pet Food Team ~

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