Himalayan Dog ChewOriginal Yak Cheese Chew, 1 Large Stick, 3.3 oz, Gluten Free, Healthy Treats, Grain & Lactose Free 100% Natural, Long Lasting for Dogs Under 55 lbs

I don't know what it was about this, but when my Granddog first got it, he just rolled around on the floor with it and played and played like it was a live animal! I don't know if he wanted the "scent" on him or what, but he finally started chewing on it and seems to love it. Lasts longer than other chew options for big, hardcore chewers!

I’d read about these yak chews and thought I’d give them a try as a last resort of sorts since my 10 month Basset hound goes through bones like crazy. She loves to chew but nothing lasts. She either eats the bone within minutes or tries to eat the ones that aren’t edible (nylabone type) and I have to take them away and throw them out which is a waste of $. I wanted something that would last a few days but also not splinter or cause indigestion or dental issues. And preferably, little mess. I purchased this pack of 2 Himalayan Happy Teeth yak chews (pb flavor) to try. First, let me say that she loves them. No problems w the flavor. But she ate it within 15 minutes, at most. These aren’t cheap and I’d hoped to get more for my $. At least a day! I was disappointed but upon further inspection of the back of the package and comparing it to the other large, single pack (original; 4 oz) & small 4-pack of chews I bought (churro flavor w chicken; 4 oz), I noticed a scale on the back of all of them. I saw that this pack was rated on the lower end (2). The other bag (same company) was rated an 8. Had I seen this before I made my purchase, I’d have ensured to get a harder density bone. The size DOES NOT have anything to do w how dense the bone is so don’t assume larger is harder. The scale will help you decide what’s best. It is extremely helpful in allowing owners the opportunity to pick the right yak chew just for your pet. If you’ve a large, senior dog w dental issues or weak teeth, pick a large, softer chew. If you’ve a small dog or a puppy who’s teething, pick a smaller, softer chew. Or anything in between! Since my medium sized dogs teeth are large, I’d prefer a large, harder chew (I’m sticking w the 8) until she’s an adult. I’m wondering how many people who said the bone didn’t last purchased them w out referring to the scale? So please read the entire back of the package to get a better idea of what will suit your dog. Let’s keep in mind that it’s almost impossible to find an edible YET SAFE bone that will last very long. That’s just how it goes w animals w big, sharp teeth that chew everything so I use common sense when comparing and rating. I don’t expect to get what I didn’t pay for but I do expect to get my moneys worth. Here’s what I learned. This feedback was based on a medium sized, 10 month old dog w no dental issues. The small chews that were rated 2 were gone in a few minutes while the large chew rated 2 lasted 15 minutes. The large chew rated 8 on the scale lasted 2-3 days. She chewed it for 8 hours straight, stopping only to sleep, when she first got it around 3pm and on/off throughout the next day and finally finished it by early evening on the 3rd. All that was left was a little 1.5 inch nub. After researching, I learnt that the nub can be soaked in water for 5 minutes then microwaved for a minute or so until it puffs out. (Watch it as it heats and take it out when you think it’s about to pop.) It’ll feel light w the texture akin to a pork rind. Once it cools, (it WILL be hot), you can let your dog eat it. It’ll be very crunchy and they Will absolutely love it!! After microwaving the nub of the yak chew (8), the result was similar to the non microwaved yak chew (2). I think that’s how they soften them so that they can be rated lower. Be warned, any chew that’s 8 or above will be very hard and dense. Impaction/breaking a tooth/choking would be my only concern w these chews but that goes for just about everything a dog chews. Owners should always maintain a watch over their dog while they chew on bones. I’d suggest a large chew for larger dogs because they won’t be able to get it totally inside their mouths and that’ll slow them down. Even if it’s an 8 on the scale but smaller, it’ll still fit in their mouth where all their teeth can work it into nothing in no time. I haven’t seen any issues w diarrhea or digestion since my dog has been eating them, but I’d check w your vet about how many is the right amount per week. As for mess, the softer the chew, the messier it seems though the churro flavor wasn’t too bad. This particular yak chew, Happy Teeth (2), stuck on my carpet but was easy to pick off w my fingers though the vacuum did no good especially once the crumbs dried. The (8) made hardly any mess at all but for the random crumb here or there. Best for the softer ones to be eaten outside or on a surface where the crumbs can be easily cleaned. I highly recommend this brand of Himalayan dog chew. Just don’t forget to check the scale before making your purchase.FYI: There are yak chew/bone holders available that aid your dog in keeping it in a position that’s easier for them to chew using a screw and prevents them from choking on the small piece. (The entire thing is very hard plastic.) Once the chew is a nub, you can remove it and microwave. They’re kind of expensive ($18-30) but I found one, Bonehead, for $5 w the available coupon. It only works w the larger bones-you might check for other holders for smaller bones-but did an excellent job of allowing my dog to grasp and gnaw on her yak chew. It also gave me peace of mind that she wouldn’t swallow or choke on the nub.If this was helpful, can you please hit the thumbs up button on the bottom! Thanks.

A great, long lasting treat for my puppy who tears through most chews in 5 minutes. I just wish they had peanut butter flavor available

I have 3 dogs and they all like chewing on this. Not great for large dogs. This did not last for my great dane and quickly became a choking hazard. But that also tells you he liked chewing it a lot.

My dogs love em. their flavor and with a hard surface, the dogs love the crunchiness, clean their teeth.

This seems to be a reliable brand. Good quality and decent sized. Sometimes my dog dislikes other brands of yak chews but loved these

After being admonished by my new dog’s foster mother about the evils of rawhides, I started looking into alternative options. My internet research suggested: Benebone, Himalayan Dog Chews, Pig Ears, Bully Sticks and Hooves/Horns/Antlers. I have a 45lb black labrador.1) Benebone – my dog likes her benebone but it only keeps her attention for about 10-30 minutes at a time.2) Himalayan Dog Chews – my dog loves these! They are expensive, but they don’t have a weird odor. One large chew lasts for about a week. She will spend a couple of hours per chewing session (approximately 6-10 hours per chew). Unfortunately they are about as messy as the pig ears, and she leaves little bits of Yak cheese flakes. When they get small, I microwave the remaining pieces for 30 to 45 seconds. They puff up and make a quick crunchy treat (but a huge mess). I have tried purchasing these from both Amazon and Petsmart. Amazon is cheaper and the quality seems to be better. (One of my Petsmart chews broke in half almost immediately after the start of a chew session). *Update: I have stopped giving these to my dog because they frequently break in to small hard chunks, and I worry about my dog choking.3) Pig Ears – my dog loves these! Made in the USA (of course)! They are messy and they smell.4) Bully sticks – male cow penises. I hear good things about these chews. However odor is an issue, and they are expensive. *Update: These are my new favorite dog treat. They smell like smegma. However, they are not messy, they keep my dog busy for a few hours and my dog loves them.5) Hooves/Horns/Antlers – I saw several negative reviews from people who had to pay for extensive dental work after giving these to their dogs. Personally I will need to check with my vet first before considering one of these options.

Took a while for my dog to chew through it! Didn't have a bad smell like some do