Good practice
Chew safely.
Natural chews are a good job for a dog. A few plain rules keep it that way.
Always supervise
Stay with your dog while they chew. Don't leave them alone with a chew.
Fresh water
Keep clean, fresh water available at all times.
Choose the right chew
Pick a chew suited to your dog's size, age and chewing style. Puppies and gentle chewers suit lighter chews; power chewers need something tougher.
Remove small pieces
Take away any piece small enough to be swallowed whole, and anything that has become sharp.
Wash your hands
Wash your hands after handling treats and chews.
Part of a balanced diet
Our treats are complementary pet food. Feed them as part of a balanced diet, and adjust meals to allow for them.
Choosing chews for puppies
Puppy teeth are finer than adult teeth and break more easily, and vets consistently advise against very hard chews for young dogs: antlers, bones, hooves and hard nylon. A simple check many vets suggest is the thumbnail test: if you cannot press a mark into a chew with your nail, it is too hard.
So our Puppy Box holds only the softer end of the Larder. Whatever you choose: stay with your puppy while they chew, take away small pieces, keep fresh water down, follow the age guidance on each pack, and ask your own vet if you are unsure. Chews are a treat, not a meal.
On worming: you may read that rabbit ears with fur work as a natural wormer. There is no evidence that they do. Please follow your vet's advice on worming.
If you have any questions about your dog's diet or health, speak to your vet.