Reddit mentions: The best dog bones

1.) Something that is grey.

Silver is grey, right? ;)

2.) Something reminiscent of rain.

When I think of rain I think of cuddling up with a good cup of coffee.

3.) Something food related that is unusual.

Coffee chocolate Not that weird... but pretty amazing.

4.) Something on your list that is for someone other than yourself. Tell me who it's for and why. (Yes, pets count!)
Bones for my dog because he hates being alone!

5.) A book I should read! I am an avid reader, so take your best shot and tell me why I need to read it!

I haven't read this yet, but it's supposed to be amazing!

6.) An item that is less than a dollar, including shipping... that is not jewelry, nail polish, and or hair related!

This book

7.) Something related to cats. I love cats! (keep this SFW, you know who you are...)

meow.

8.) Something that is not useful, but so beautiful you must have it.

I don't think any nail polish is useful, but I love this color

9.) A movie everyone should watch at least once in their life. Why?

Shawshank Redemption Come on, it's amazing. And sad. And Stephen King.

10.) Something that would be useful when the zombies attack. Explain.

These would be particularly useful because I could keep my hair out of my face so I can see zombies better to kill them!

11.) Something that would have a profound impact on your life and help you to achieve your current goals.

skip for now

12.) One of those pesky Add-On items.
Apparently you can straighten your nose with this interesting little item Ohhhh, China.

13.) The most expensive thing on your list. Your dream item. Why?

This book is the most expensive item on my list. Dream item? Nah. A kindle would be my dream item, but not feasible to have on list right now.


14.) Something bigger than a bread box.

This big enough?

15.) Something smaller than a golf ball.

This ring is itty bitty!


16.) Something that smells wonderful.

This air freshener. Mmmm



17.) A (SFW) toy.

Amazon lists this as a toy, so I'm going to have to go with that!

18.) Something that would be helpful for going back to school.

These would be great to hang papers and reminders up on the fridge.

19.) Something related to your current obsession, whatever that may be.

I'm obsessed with books, so uh... most of my wish list. Or this bookmark that symbolizes all that is books.


20.) Something that is just so amazing and awe-inspiring that I simply must see it. Explain why it is so grand.

I'm sure you've seen this but come on! It's John Snuhhhh!

Bonus! Oregon Fruit

Fear cuts deeper thank swords! Thanks for the contest. =)

Oh man, I am right there with you. My second dog was adopted 6 months ago. He's finally settling in and we can really see that all of the BAT work we've been doing for the past 5 months is really making a difference. Unfortunately, he's now comfortable and safe enough to exhibit those exact behaviors--resource guarding and barking for attention. This is a trying time.

First, as an ex-vet tech of 12 years, I hate the gentle leader. It seems to make dogs a lot more frustrated and it's very bad for their neck. Instead, try the Easy Walk harness--it fastens in the front and operates on a similar principle--they can't pull as much because the harness mechanics mess with their center of gravity. They can still pull, which is actually a good thing. You can work on training for pulling, which will stick a lot better than by just making it hard to pull, and they can't hurt themselves if they get overexcited and lunge unexpectedly. A dog can (and many have) break its neck lunging on the gentle leader when the owner holds on and their head is snapped back.

Dial back the expectations and set your dog up for success. If it's too distracting to practice walking nicely outside, do it inside. Do your best outside in the mean time, but focus on the learning inside. Then, when he can walk on a loose lead inside without an issue for 10-20 minutes, try moving the work outside for 5 minutes. He'll always backslide every time you move the trained behavior to a new environment because dogs don't generalize well. So, if you teach your dog to heel in the living room, you will need to remind him how to heel in the front yard and tell him that the rules he already knows apply out here as well. At first, you'll have to practice for a few minutes before entering a new environment before the dog gets it and makes you the common denominator in his good behavior.

He's a heeler, so he needs a lot more exercise than a walk after work. They are bred to herd livestock for 8-12 hours a day. His behavior is screaming "I AM BORED AND HAVE TOO MUCH ENERGY"--a tired dog is too tired to develop bad habits. In the morning, get up, feed him, and take him on a multi-mile run. Walk him when you get home, and if you can hire a dog walker to stop by in the middle of the day and walk him--do that. It's usually about $20 a day for that sort of thing. Find a fenced in area where you can let him off the leash and play fetch. Teach him to drop it--showing him that if he gives you something, something fun will happen is going to help a lot with the resource guarding.

Stop giving him rawhides. If he eats them that quickly, he's going to choke or get an intestinal blockage. Instead, get something like pizzle sticks or pig ears which are more brittle and fibrous and won't form gooey, unsoluable masses like a half chewed rawhide. An antler would be a much better chew for him. Don't get the ones that are sliced in half or quarters, they don't last very long. Get the whole ones. [These] (http://www.amazon.com/Newts-Chews-NCO-19905-Antler-Large/dp/B005FU4XBW/ref=pd_sim_petsupplies_1?ie=UTF8&refRID=0HACBQ0M7TFZ3RT9PT88) have the horn material all around the tasty soft stuff while [these] (http://www.amazon.com/Deluxe-Naturals-Calcium-Stick-Antler/dp/B00HEF83B2/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1420566308&sr=8-4&keywords=antler) have all the soft stuff exposed and he'll consume it very quickly. You can even buy them in bulk. Another favorite chew in our house is a frozen beef marrow bone. Do not ever, ever give your dog a cooked bone. But, a raw bone is fine. I get them way cheaper at the pet store than what I can find on [Amazon] (http://www.amazon.com/Natures-Variety-Frozen-Bones-6-Count/dp/B00HYFBBH0/ref=sr_1_1?s=pet-supplies&ie=UTF8&qid=1420566550&sr=1-1&keywords=frozen+beef+bones), but they are relatively inexpensive and if you give it to him still frozen, he'll take an hour to get all the marrow and meat bits off and then can chew on the bone for days. We give ours a bone when we have to leave for a long time or at least once a week.

In the interim--if he growls at you, back off. He's warning you that he's not ok with what you're doing and you need to respect that. Do not ever punish him or yell at him when he growls. You're not telling him that the guarding behavior is bad, you're telling him that warning you that he's thinking of biting you is bad. So, the result of punishing him for growling will be that he will stop warning you before he snaps. That is very unsafe. We're dealing with that now--my dog's previous owners probably punished him for growling because he rarely does it before he snaps at someone. I've been heavily encouraging the growling when it happens by respecting his warning and leaving the area. In response to that, and the other work on resource guarding, he growls more frequently instead of snapping, and the overall incidence of the guarding behavior is decreasing. So rather than snapping 10 times a week, he's growling 2-3 times a week and snapping maybe once.

For now, pick up all of his toys and chews. He can only have one at a time, which you hand him and you will pick up once he's lost interest. This makes it easy for you to play the trading game, where he has a toy and you offer him a different toy or treat. Practicing that game will help a lot with the guarding. Play it as often as you can and stop when he tells you he doesn't want to play. He'll either growl to warn you off or he'll walk away. Respect his boundaries for now and work on other things that will reduce those boundaries over time. He needs to trust you guys and respecting his boundaries really builds a lot of trust. It also gives you leeway for when you have to ignore his boundaries and give him a bath, clip his nails, or pull cactus thorns out of his face.

Misdirection works only if you have something of equal or greater value to exchange. So, find some really awesome treats and work on 'drop it'. If he gets a Super Awesome treat in exchange for putting down a stick, he'll start to associate you taking what he has with a positive experience. Be really, really, ridiculously excited when he does it, especially at first. Praise heavily, use a high pitched and excited voice and shower with treats. You can either give a few by hand or you can do my favorite and make it rain.

I am not a trainer so take this with a grain of salt (I am training my own SD currently with assistance of a trainer, though). I'd definitely recommend clicker training, too.

For puppies, I'd start out feeding them out of your hand (to prevent resource guarding) and then transition to a bowl in your lap. Or feed him in a kong in his crate (put some water in a serving of dry food, mix it and freeze it in the kong). Be sure when you crate him to give him lots of teething and chew toys (no stuffed animals because they could be torn up), no rope toys (because they could be swallowed and make him sick), and no squeaky toys (for obvious reasons). Give him positive association with the crate (throw treats in and around it, feed him in it, put chew toys in it, etc) Be sure to let him outside enough during the night (since he's so young) but don't let him out every time he barks or he will think every time he barks, he gets to leave. For things to chew, I'd recommend any type of chew toy, split antlers, hooves, and benebones. (Don't do rawhides, though)

I'd recommend doing a lot of socializing and building your bond at this point (especially since he's a GSD, if he's not socialized enough he could become protective of you). Get him used to traveling in a car. Touch all over his body and get him used to being touched (for grooming purposes). Do a puppy socialization class if you can. Carry him into pet friendly stores and get him used to lots of situations & have good meetings with strangers and let them pet him. Get into a routine. Feeding, exercising, crating, etc. all at the same time every day. Don't let him sleep in your bed at a young age. While he's still potty training, crating is essential. And make sure he can walk on a loose leash (and use training collars to help with this if you want to).

Start with basic obedience (come, sit, down, stand, stay, etc.) and do a lot of self control training. I'd keep him on a leash at all times. What I do with my dog is give her a "place" that she stays on all the time when we're at home and not playing or exercising (and she's on a leash too but I'd recommend getting some type of tether instead to keep him in his place). This teaches them to settle. Reward being calm and work on waiting (like drop a treat and they have to wait for you to say "okay!" and waiting to go through doors, etc.). Do not let him get into behaviors like jumping on people or counter surfing.

Then after all of that is solid (and he's older), do a lot of PA training. Then work on task training. Here is a good video on medical alerts. I don't know if seizure alert training is similar to other medical alerts but I hope that the video is helpful.

For training help, I'd recommend this YouTube channel.

> I wouldn't register him if he wasn't ready or able to do it though.

I don't know where you live but in the US, there's no such thing as registering.

(Source) Look at questions 7 and 17

Good luck with your dog!

UGH I JUST REMEMBERED TO FINISH THIS BRB

EDIT: Okay here it izzzz.

These are the items you are looking for... (everything listed is from my wishlists here! )

1.) Something that is grey. – The bike lock on my wishlist (that was already gifted (: ) This one’s grey!

2.) Something reminiscent of rain. These leggings are Doctor Who Cosmic Tardis Leggings are cosmic… as in galaxy… as in the universe… in which there is a water cycle…. Which is reminiscent of rain…. Yup. ;)

3.) Something food related that is unusual. – It’s not every day you get to have jagermeister infused gummy bears....... Freaking nom.

4.) Something on your list that is for someone other than yourself. Tell me who it's for and why. (Yes, pets count!) – A dog bed for my puppy!! He really, really needs a new one.

5.) A book I should read! I am an avid reader, so take your best shot and tell me why I need to read it! – YOU NEED TO READ THE HOUSE OF LEAVES IT’S SO CRAZY AND I LOVE IT AND … AT SOME POINTS… YOU READ IT UPSIDE DOWN AND CRAZY AND INSIDE OUT AND OMFG WHAT ARE YOU STILL DOING READING THIS GO READ THIS NOW

6.) An item that is less than a dollar, including shipping... that is not jewelry, nail polish, and or hair related! This with the value of 95 cents ;) hehehe I’m sneaky.

7.) Something related to cats. I love cats! (Keep this SFW; you know who you are...) -- This cat bed, even though I don’t have a cat, was on my puppy’s list! My puppy (who’s really a 9 year old dog but I call him puppy cause he looks/acts/is one) is a 6lb pup who’s basically a cat ;)

8.) Something that is not useful, but so beautiful you must have it. – The Chuck Complete Series Collector Blu-ray is not necessarily useful to my life…But the show’s so gorgeous, the cast so beautiful, the plot so delicious…I love it and need it! :P

9.) A movie everyone should watch at least once in their life. Why? – TANGLED!! (OK, one of the only movie related pieces on my list :P) But really, Tangled is PERFECT, SO adorable, a real winner.

10.) Something that would be useful when the zombies attack. Explain. – Okay this may seem crazy but stick with me here. these bones would be super helpful once whittled down. You could use it to double tap those stanky ass zombies

11.) Something that would have a profound impact on your life and help you to achieve your current goals. I have lots of stuff for fitness and school and all my goals likes that, but I thought I'd use something a little different for this one. This skin corrective cream would allow me to cover up my stupid little burn marks on my leg that make me really self conscious in skirts and shorts. This would be a good step in my goal of being happy with myself and gaining self confidence for the first time in my life.

12.) One of those pesky Add-On items.– One of those pesky add-ons… The MSC Joie Simply Slice Strawberry Slicer on my WL is one of them pesky add-ons.

13.) The most expensive thing on your list. Your dream item, why? – A Bike. Why? Mine was stolen and its extremely hindered my mobility as I need it for transportation to school /:

14.) Something bigger than a bread box. – The puppy bed on my puppy’s wishlist within my own wishlist is most definitely bigger than a breadbox.

15.) Something smaller than a golf ball. -- These cable organizers HOLLAH at me, Tiger Woods.

16.) Something that smells wonderful. -- French Vanilla Green Mountain Coffee Portion Packs for Keurig Mmmmmmmmm, delicious.

17.) A (SFW) toy. -- Crock Pot COOKING IS LIFE AND HAVING A CROCK POT WOULD BE THE BEST OF TOYS. For something more traditional, I have hedgehog toys etc on my puppy's list.

18.) Something that would be helpful for going back to school. -- This beautiful backpack! Mine is shot to hell and I'm dreading buying a new one.

19.) Something related to your current obsession, whatever that may be. This Friends Milkshake Poster Print from my wishlist OMFG I AM OBSESSED WITH FRIENDS RIGHT NOW. IDK WHY BUT I AM. Also with the Chuck DVD on my dreams list xD

20.) Something that is just so amazing and awe-inspiring that I simply must see it. Explain why it is so grand.– The New York Window Print Poster on my wishlist is pretty awe-inspiring. Looking into the city "where dreams are made of" in whatever town your in.... In a place that's essentially the culmination of all your dreams and desires.... At least for me.

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BONUS ITEMS

1. [YOUR NAME IS……]() Amirite?! actually... I've messaged so many people trying to figure it out, and I could've sworn I knew it before, but I absolutely cannot remember it.
   
   
2. And this handwarmer mug – OCEAN TIDE was made in Milton, Oregon! This ones not on my WL however.
   
   Finally, some people say that fear cuts deeper than swords but does it? Who knows.

Some gift ideas that have gone over well in the past:

• Standing flashlight - great for a DIYer
  
• Turkish Towel - I use it heavily when traveling. It's a plane wrap, a picnic blanket, a quick coverup, seriously worth packing.
  
• An amazing spatula. I love it. Great for any cooks or bakers.
  
• If you have an older female relative who likes kitchen stuff, go to Walmart and grab some stuff from the Pioneer Woman. It's cute, it's functional and my mother-in-law loves the stuff. Ree annoys me but she makes it easy to Christmas shop.
  
• Teen girls can be tricky. Buy a pair or two of BaubleBar (or BaubleBar for Target) earrings, buy this earring case and now you have a 2 for 1.
  
• You should buy some Yak sticks for your dog. Costco also has some great Nylabone and Kong gift packs.
  
• Every adult male I know loves this temperature gun.
  
• Every newlywed lady I know wants the Chrissy Teigen cookbooks.
  
• This throw is the softest thing ever. I have 3.
  
• Cute couple's gift (also works for a family member who is bringing someone to Christmas who you feel obligated to gift to but you know little about them): Picnic blanket. You can even add a basket and fill it with wine or cocoa and cookies. Or just gift them a gift card to a cozy restaurant.
  
• This Calvin and Hobbes collection is the best gift I received last year. And it's cheaper than it used to be.
  
  Also, here's my link to a review on here of Etsy/ArtfullyWalls/Society6 artists in case you want to shop for yourself/others with the upcoming sales.

"Dogs are not our whole life, but they make our lives whole."

I like the puppy and day of adventures ones. <3 Perfect memories of your pup.

So sorry for your loss. <3 I get all depressed just thinking about what I will do when time comes, I only hope that when it does, at least my pets have lived a happy life with the ones they love. And obviously it looks like yours did, so that makes it just a tiny bit easier.

This is my dog, Merlin, and also probably the kitten in there. He is deaf, and really dumb, but he is MY first pup I picked out, and I love him like no other, plus he is so damn cute and goofy. He also is generally good with my daughter and just a good member of our family.

An Antler for him would be awesome, they're one of his fave things and his is down to a nub, but they're expensive.

This is our 8 month old Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Winston!

He chews and chews and chews, but he's pretty good at keeping it to his toys (and the occasional stray sock)

His favourites (and those that haven't given up after about 5 minutes are the Kong ball, Kong classic, Kong squeezze, elk antlers and finally Nylabones (I tend to buy one size up to avoid him tearing through them...

He is a surprisingly strong chewer and has destroyed just about everything else we've presented to him within minutes, sometimes within seconds!

There are 3 pitbulls around my place and I find they have LOTS of energy...I would suggest that you invest in some "agility equipment" to work the mind and the body! We bought some cheap shower tension rods to use as jumping obstacles in the hallway, a play tunnel from IKEA - although it may be too small for a pit...and this summer, we will make some weave poles out of PVC pipes and stuff.

A travel bowl or this Nylabone dinosaur would be awesome for Winston! :D

Thanks so much for the contest and congrats on the new pup! Enjoy him and snuggle him and love him! Dogs are the best! :D

All Natural, Whole Cow Ears for Dogs by Brutus & Barnaby, Harvested from Free Range, No Hormone's Added, Grass Fed Cattle, USDA/FDA Approved https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01C3A124W/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_an9IAb6SDDBKR

My pup loves these! There was a bigger bag that was a better value but it doesn't seem to be available. Bully sticks are another good option but they are pricey as well. Pig ears are a cheaper way to go, but they have a much higher fat content so they should only be used sparingly, and can cause upset tummies sometimes.

Also, lots of varieties available of these, but they're mostly grains......Nylabone Healthy Edibles Natural Salmon Dog Treats, Medium, 2 Count https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0123LGDWM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_pr9IAb34B6ZXN

And my pup likes these too
Nylabone Power Chew DuraChew Femur Bone Rawhide Alternative Dog Chew Toy, Large https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01H507HUS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_9s9IAb1RKRBF6

Good luck with your little monster!

E: I just reread your post and realized he's a big "monster"! So probably giant bully sticks and frozen Kongs.
KONG Extreme Dog Toy, X-Large, Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0002DHNZA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_Ax9IAbMZ6X3RS
Frozen peanut butter keeps my guy busy the longest, but wet food works great too. I also use up my overripe bananas in them too. I haven't used bully sticks very much yet because of the price, but the few I've gotten lasted a little bit longer than most other chews, so like 6 minutes instead of 4, lol. But I don't know enough to make a recommendation there.

Congratulations on your new pup! I'm actually in the same crate training boat — ours always removes his high-value treats when it's an option, and when he's closed in the crate he rarely touches them. I'm interested to see what others have to say, but I did have an answer for you about the chews!

Our pup also loves the Earth Animal No-Hides. We got him a 7" salmon one and it lasted for almost 2 weeks! While the material they're made out of is mostly digestible (unlike rawhide), they're still able to rip off large bits of the chew once it begins to break down. I totally recommend them for supervised use, but I don't like chews like that for crate training due to the risk of choking.

For crate chews, we use Nylabones (not pup's fave), Benebones (well-received), and Elk Antlers (he's OBSESSED with these). As these get worn down we'll probably have to replace them if he's able to pull large chunks off, but for now they're rather durable and keep this anxious mama from worrying about something terrible happening!

We also have one of these (basically a smaller-brand Kong that our local pet store carries) which we stuff with treats and PB, but ONLY when we have to close him in the crate. If he tries to wait and eat it after we let him back out (which is most of the time) we take it and put it in the freezer until the next time he goes up. That way he has open access to his chews to keep him occupied, but the super special PB is reserved only for crating times. There might be a better way to do this which is why I'll be following this thread, but it seemed like by removing the peanut butter toy from the crate, he was getting rewarded more for leaving the crate than staying in it.

Anyway, hope this helps, and best of luck :)

>How often should you stop

Consider their schedule already - try to maintain their bathroom/meal/exercise schedule while on the road. Dogs thrive on routine and in scary new situations like moving across country, it can be their 'rock' to get through the transition. You will likely need to stop 4 or 5 times for potty breaks, 2 or 3 times for meal breaks (try to find restaurants that allow dogs or parks for a picnic) and once or twice a day for some exercise (long walk after a picnic/meal, finding a local dog park to let them off leash, playing obedience games in the hotel, etc).

>Is there any way to find out the closest dog parks to the highway

When you are in the car and about ready for a break - get out your smart phone and do a local search for 'dog parks'. You should be able to find them fairly easy in all major cities you pass through (smaller towns are less likely to have areas like this). If you find yourself in the middle of no where and need a break - many places will have signs for states parks, nature areas or rest stops that you can take some long walks through. If possible - plan to stop at some of the bigger 'attractions'/parks and maybe spend an afternoon hiking. Your dogs will be much more tired for much longer with a nice little adventure (and it is good for the humans, too. Being stuck in a car driving across country is tough on everyone).

>Anything I should know/be prepared for before taking a 2,200 mile trip with the pups?

• Bring a couple gallon jugs of water and bowls for them to drink out of if you have trouble finding a good dog friendly spot to water them. Consider getting something like this or this (if they will be riding in their crates).
  
  
• Stock up on chews and entertainment for the car ride. Something that will last them a while but not smell terrible (Try Himalayan Dog Chews or Deer Antler)
  
  
• If they will not be riding in their crates - they should at least be wearing a well fitting harness and be using a doggy seatbelt (it can help keep them in place and protect them in case of an accident - look for harnesses that have a crash test rating, if possible).
  
  
• Maintain your schedule as much as you can. Try to get in a good amount of tiring exercise in the morning, a nice walk in the afternoon and a walk in the evening to stretch their legs and help keep them calm.
  
  
• Do google searches in large towns/cities you know you will be passing through for dog parks, rest areas and dog friendly restaurants to take breaks at.
  
  
• Big changes like this can cause some anxiety which can lead to tummy upset - bring a lot of poop bags, enzymatic cleaner, paper towels and plastic bags with you - as well as a few different sets of towels/blankets just in case. A can of 100% pumpkin puree (not pie filling) kept in a cooler with a can cover can also help with any tummy discomfort (add a tablespoon to kibble at meal times).

I'm so glad to hear that you've found something that seems like a promising solution! It's so stressful when our dogs hurt themselves due to stress.

I'm sure part of this is age related, but our dog only chewed on wood trim once, and I quickly learned it was because we were not providing him with the right things to chew on. Dogs are motivated/interested in chewing on different things, but it is good for their teeth. We had bought some of those flavored and textured Nylabones, and Max was just not interested. I've had great success with these water buffalo horns by Buba. I think it's satisfying because of the taste and little flecks that come off (not harmful, just get one big enough that the whole thing is not ingestible). I got it a local pet store where the owner recommended it, and it was instantly Max's preferred chew object. These ones are also really good - especially when they still have some meat/fat on them. Basically, you want to ensure that your pup has something more enticing to chew on than your furniture!

You are both quite possibly the most beautiful redditors in the world!! :)

<.a href="http://www.amazon.com/Modern-PURPLE-BLACK-SILVER-Chenille/dp/B00B6PJ2HA/ref=sr_1_88?s=bedbath&ie=UTF8&qid=1371237879&sr=1-88&keywords=Bedding">Gift One<./a> I am moving out on my own again soon and I really need some bedding!
<.a href="http://www.amazon.com/Chasing-Our-Tails-100-Percent-Naturally/dp/B0053WMOKE/ref=lp_2975434011_1_17?ie=UTF8&qid=1371238681&sr=1-17">Gift two<./a> A treat for my best bud!

C'mon...gimme.
You guys are awesome for doing this! :)

Hi! I have a big softy German Shepherd named Jack, who also loves to destroy everything. He ate my couch! Yes, while I was at the grocery store, he ate the cushions off of my sectional sofa. He also ate a glass butter dish to get to the butter. Always while I'm at the grocery store! There was blood everywhere. My vet told me he was okay, tongues bleed a lot, and just asked how much butter he ate :| he has gotten to my shoes, my daughter's plastic chairs, lots of stuffed animals, the list goes on and on! He has mellowed out a lot now, but he can go to town on some toys!

I'm not sure how big your dog is, but how about some antlers?

This is an add on, but it has lasted a few months now for Jack. He has the dinosaur pictured.

Jack has a few balls in this style and they have lasted for forever! He loves them! They also have a similar one at target in their bins for around $5. This is another toy made from the same stuff.

He has also had this shark and a few others made like this and they last at least a couple weeks before he starts tearing their limbs off.

I have this or a Kong toy on my wish list for him :)

Happy birthday Lucy! My dog Fenrir will be 3 on July 1st and Tuesday will be 12 in September.

If your dog is an extream chewer like my little pit is you might want to try antlers both of my dogs love them and they actually last for more than a month.

And here is my little dog being a beast trying to get his stick.

If I win please get my dogs something from their WL

Meet Terra. She is a red nose pitbull mix. She'll do just about anything for a treat, including "Shut the Front Door". Like Reginald, she is a POWER chewer. When we first got her and hasn't figured that out, she preferred coffee tables D: Then, we discovered elk antlers.. For a power chewer, just make sure you get the right size, or they tend to go through them fast. Terra isn't allowed to have anything but her black Kong and an XL elk antler, and a rope that is kept away for special play time, that would otherwise become shreds around the house in a couple hours. The antlers are expensive, but Terra chews on hers for about 2 hours a day AT LEAST and she's barely made a dent. Congrats on bringing Reginald into your family!

EDIT to add a couple more pictures:

• the thinker
  
  
• the cat
  
  
• the protector

I've seen a few people suggesting antlers...do you have a brand you'd recommend? And how long do they typically last? They are more expensive I know but if they last a decent amount of time could be worth it.

Edit: I found this one http://www.amazon.com/Chasing-Our-Tails-100-Percent-Naturally/dp/B0053WMOKY/ref=sr_1_4?s=pet-supplies&ie=UTF8&qid=1412208298&sr=1-4&keywords=dog+elk+antler seems decent...and the pictures are all of big dogs similar to mine, including a bit gnawing on one which gives me hope it will last a while haha. $20 isn't terrible considering the Nylabone was $15

[This is Basil!!!] (http://imgur.com/IHSzDWdThis)

I found him in the street in the middle of the night a few months ago. I've always been hesitent to get another dog since my best friend of 15 years passed. Basil loves cuddling, running and chewing [meaty bones!] (http://www.amazon.com/REDBARN-40H001-Redbarn-Ham-Bone/dp/B0017JBHMS/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_nC?ie=UTF8&colid=2QCOYVP4S90ZA&coliid=I22O796WW92GAL) Basil is probably the sweetest pup ever and on his way to becoming UKC certified to be a companion dog! Aren't they cute?

My 2 1/2 year old Golden Retriever (now 80 pounds) has a box full of animals, chews, balls and tug ropes. it appears her absolute favorite is
called "Chasing Our Tails Elk Rack Snack" about an 8-9" piece of elk antler. She chews and chews and it seems to never wear down. I purchased it on Amazon in October 2012 for $20. A solid investment giving her hours of enjoyment. I'm including link but if that doesn't work the description should bring it up on Amazon's pages. Good luck - wish I could have a few more dogs around the house but mine absolutely hates other dogs. She loves humans of all sizes and shapes but goes nuts when another dog comes close. It's a bit of a pain as I have to regulate her walk times so minimize exposure to other dogs. I won't even talk about cats, squirrels or rabbits.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0053WMOKE/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

We have two chew toys that our dog loves:

1. Himalayan dog chew
   
   
2. Elk antlers
   
   
   The elk antlers last longer and she seems to like them more, but she loves both. Note: Both of those have larger sizes, I just estimated for the size of your dog. I use the large ones for our golden.

We periodically buy beef femurs (long leg bone) for our dogs. They last for weeks. Our vet told us to only give our dogs weight-bearing cow bones because they're stronger and don't splinter. So, femurs, knee caps, and cow knuckles are all we allow; along with pig ears once in a while. I'd buy them locally, but this is what they look like:


Beef femur


Cow knee caps


Cow knuckles


A Kong filled with frozen peanut butter and dog food is fun, too. Here is a list of safe foods to put into a Kong


Whatever you decide, know that you have to inspect toys and bones frequently, you need to remove dangerous or worn objects, and so on.

Here are my dogs being a beast Ike the Rhodesian Ridgeback/Boxer mix (Can you tell which one he is?) and the runt of the litter Boxer Roxi. They don't mess around when people come around.

Lucy definitely needs this antler for her birthday, I don't think she'd be able to chew threw this bad boy (That's a challenge)

Beautiful dog!

Haven't seen anyone say this here yet and it's been a life-saver for me: Lacrosse Balls. They are a hard rubbery material that they can't destroy. Mine love theirs. She was always a tennis ball freak, but tore them apart in seconds. Also, Elk Antler is expensive but lasts a long time and is healthier for your dog than bones.


Edit: I've also had good luck with Jolly Balls for a good soccer/basketball sized toy. They are made of a real tough material, but are also kind of bouncy. I've had the same one for about 3 years now with no holes.

So I could put it in my hair like a barbarian and start my own tribe!

turtles are awesome

Our GSD Pit mix tears through everything but keeps no interest in anything "fake" (nylabones, etc). So we constantly buy her knuckles, antlers, and yak milk bones. Her favorite toys are tennis balls though because she likes to bite down and get the bounce-back from the rubber but she destroys them by cracking them in half within a week. I found these the other day and I'm gonna test them out to see if they work (a reviewer showed a video of their GSD chewing them the same way and they hadn't destroyed them in over 6 months)

I’m sorry. I know how frustrating that is. Hopefully the crate will help. We got these bones for our dog when she was a puppy and we were crate training. It was great because it kept her so occupied and helped her channel some of her extra energy. I swear they’re indestructible- we had the same one for years and I finally had to take it from her because she was getting old and cracked a tooth (not on the bone, but chewing the bone would have made it worse).

. stuffed shin bone

Worth a try.

I take my dogs night running off leash on the back roads in my town: pic

they have lights but i think i need one too

If that doesnt count then how about this. it looks pretty similar to the one in your pic


Viva La Moose!!

My guy LOVES this bone. He's had it for about 4 month and hasn't even gotten half way through. Plus, it doesn't smell as bad. He's also really into hooves, which smell terrible...

We got/get our lab shin bones and water buffalo horns. They are the best. I get mine from IFA, Sheels and Amazon. I had 2 or three different options around almost every room for the first 6 months.

https://www.amazon.com/IMS-Shrink-Wrapped-Stuffed-Sterilized/dp/B000BYAEDS/

and

https://www.amazon.com/ABO-Gear-Natural-Buffalo-Edible/dp/B00C0PZWR4

Thick washed cotton rope, the thiccer the better.

Bully sticks or antler are the best thing to chew. Rawhide isn't digestible, but both the bully sticks and antler are. They prevent nasty, paint peeling rawhide farts too.

Some butcher shops also offer smoked femoral heads that have meat, marrow and cartilage on them that make really good treats. The bone is heavy enough that can't chip it and the rest is digestible.

https://www.amazon.com/Flossy-100-Percent-Cotton-3-Knot-25-Inch/dp/B000634LKQ/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?keywords=cotton%2Brope%2Bdog%2Btoy&qid=1562111113&s=gateway&sprefix=cotton%2Brope%2Bdog&sr=8-3&th=1&psc=1

[https://www.amazon.com/6-Inch-Boutique-Grain-Free-Sancho-Lolas/dp/B01HBVSG74/ref=sxin_2_osp43-0b60fd20_cov?ascsubtag=0b60fd20-4cc7-44c9-90ce-c25e7355471e&creativeASIN=B01HBVSG74&cv_ct_id=amzn1.osp.0b60fd20-4cc7-44c9-90ce-c25e7355471e&cv_ct_pg=search&cv_ct_wn=osp-search&keywords=beef+pizzle+sticks+for+dogs&linkCode=oas&pd_rd_i=B01HBVSG74&pd_rd_r=836f8947-f800-4163-8962-cbaf2421d1f1&pd_rd_w=xYfF2&pd_rd_wg=yr3yS&pf_rd_p=372a0539-72f9-4fd9-896b-c1a93295ea7a&pf_rd_r=N8ZGDWDN4F6ZQRDPWGRR&qid=1562110942&s=gateway&sprefix=beef+pi&tag=bgr0a0-20](bully sticks)

https://www.amazon.com/Premium-Deer-Antler-Pieces-Guarantee/dp/B01AFEP9J2/ref=mp_s_a_1_6?keywords=dog+antler+chews&qid=1562111215&s=gateway&sprefix=dog+a&sr=8-6

if you're an anti Amazon person, pardon the links, but they give you an idea what to look for. I use Smile because they donate money to the charter school my kids attend.

Just make sure that anything you're buying comes from a nation that enforces food standards for dog toys and chewies. U.S., EU, Brazil, and India are the big ones that pop up in my mind. Avoid anything Chinese like the plague. Stuff is frequently toxic or carrying pathogens.

Thank you! I got the bone from Scheels. Here's the Amazon link for it as well. https://www.amazon.com/RedBarn-Mammoth-Beef-Bone-Inches/dp/B0013C1CDS

Bones for my doggie! I would used this to survive on a deserted island by throwing it in the ocean and calling my dogs name. Someone will see my dog swimming in the ocean and then they will try to follow him, eventually seeing me on the deserted island.

turtles are awesome

You need to buy this RIGHT NOW because it's that time of year when hot tea (or coffee, or cocoa) is PERFECT!! And I need this because I have 3 dogs that always need a distraction!!

Not in my experience, and while it hasn't happened in a while, I've stepped on plenty of legos! (For some reason, I had friends who loved playing with legos when they were tripping.)

I'd also rather step on an antler than stub my toe on those gigantic xmas rawhide or [cow knuckles] (https://www.amazon.com/Great-Dog-Beef-Knuckle-Sourced/dp/B00AZL4HAS).

We should totally get these elk rack snacks because I also have a largish dog and my cousin who owns his own pet store always talks about how great and natural these are but I have still never bought one yet! ZOMG We Need this! FOR HAPPY PUPPIES!

Antlers

There are other brands and you can even buy them by the pound, they are expensive but are worth it because they last.

Well, sort of last, no toy nor bone is pit-proof. My pit-mix loves antlers and has two that he chews on most days. Those two have lasted a few months so far.

treats long lasting treats:

http://www.amazon.com/Himalayan-Dog-Chew-Large-3-3/dp/B001J9SUHG (i buy the x-large one it last a super long time)

http://www.amazon.com/Great-Dog-Beef-Knuckle-Sourced/dp/B00AZL4HAS

Like this. They're huge bones that have a crumbly outside.

Arya would eat this for days

here's some pictures she's a very pretty dog

1. I know I could just use reparo, but I'd rather my wine glasses not break in the first place. Plus, there's no putting wine back in a broken glass, and we can't have that! If I drop it, I'll just use wingardium leviosa, and the wine will be saved!

2. Whenever I put my dog on the back of my broomstick, he's always trying to chew off the handle. Maybe this item will fool him.

3. I'm not sure I can afford my own, but I have three friends who might let me borrow theirs. I might have to dust them off a bit.

4. This would help me understand the magic of the mind, and the mind magic behind the magic!

5. I have a feeling my school trunk would just be full of dirty clothes.

6. Cape! I'd really like to find a cape like this guy has. Practical AND fashionable. I think he really epitomizes those two qualities.

I haven't noticed a difference between brands, so I just look for the cheapest. The antlers from Grateful Shed are the cheapest I've found, but I've also tried Newt's as well.

My dog does seem to prefer deer antlers to Elk though. You may have to try both to see if your dog has a preference. The one you linked to is Elk, and the two I've linked are both deer.

This is probably the real reason. The info link seems like pure conjecture. Note the end:

> Do your own experiment, throw your dog a bone or two, (preferably beef, don’t feed your dog chicken bones) and see if it gives you a taste of bit of childhood nostalgia for white dog poop.

People still feed bones to their dogs. Some people feed their dogs bones all the time. My dogs each get something like this every week, sometimes more (i.e. they always have a bone to chew on). I've never once seen white dog poop in the yard unless it was sun-bleached from being there for a long time.

My first border collie used to baby her toys. She'd carry them around with her everywhere and even sleep with them. By the time she was a year old she still had toys that I had gotten her at birth. My second border collie is a bit more of a "let's see how fast I can shred it" type. Unfortunately my second BC chewed up many of my first BC's favorites (which she pouted about for days). MORE unfortunately is that now my first BC has learned that shredding toys is indeed a fun thing to do.


I've found that no toy is "indestructible" for a border collie. The [rope toys] (http://www.amazon.com/Flossy-Cottonblend-3-Knot-Medium-20-Inch/dp/B001GIEZLA/ref=sr_1_1?s=pet-supplies&ie=UTF8&qid=1404189615&sr=1-1&keywords=rope+toy), kongs, and real bones (not the rawhide ones) tend to last longer though. We now have sets of toys they are allowed to gnaw away at whenever they want, and toys they are only allowed to play with while under supervision.

Beef Knuckle Dog Bone

http://www.amazon.com/Merrick-Tank-Meaty-Beef-Knuckle/dp/B002FYXEDE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1381686380&sr=8-1&keywords=Merrick+The+Tank+Meaty+Beef+Knuckle+Dog+Bone


They don't splinter and really hold up well.

Seconded. I've had luck with ordering this brand from Amazon. They seem expensive but they last my corgi about 3 months, compared to how she'll go through a decent sized rawhide in one day.

That's thousands of dollars worth of dog treats.

i get mine on amazon. I don't know if amazon ships to iceland, but here is the link.
http://www.amazon.com/Chasing-Our-Tails-100-Percent-Naturally/dp/B0053WMOKE/

I could really use some of these because my two foster puppies are starting to teeth. T_T The corner of my couch has already gotten some battle scars!

I've always got a couple ropes and Nylabones going for my two. Just watch some of the ropes start shredding long pieces of cotton. I throw them away as soon as that starts.

Black Kong FTW. The Wobbler is also tougher than you might think.

The Buster cube lasted about 2 weeks before my girl realized she could hold the cube in her paws, jamb her lower jaw into the hole, twist out the core and destroy it. I just happened to be looking the right direction when she worked it out, so get to watch it die.

One more suggestion: Elk antlers.