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Smokehouse USA 6" Rib Bone Dog Treats

Smokehouse USA 6" Rib Bone Dog Treats

By Smokehouse USA 10 reviews analyzed Updated Oct 2023 85% confidence
3.7 /10
Quality
3.0
Value
4.5
Design
3.5
Function
3.0
Durability
3.0

In a Nutshell

  • High risk of splintering and choking hazard
  • Good for powerful distraction
  • Significant issues with quality

Quick Verdict

These treats are beloved by dogs who enjoy them but have consistent issues with splintering, which can be dangerous, especially for dogs that are enthusiastic chewers or smaller dogs.

Quick Stats

Reviews Analyzed 10
Would Recommend 40%
Would Buy Again 0%
Avg Lifespan immediate

Pet Compatibility

šŸ• Dogs
Suitable
🐈 Cats
Caution

Critical Warnings

high

Choking hazard due to easy splintering

Prevention: Supervise your dog while chewing and consider more durable alternatives

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • High Enjoyment (4)

    Dogs love these treats and they can provide hours of entertainment.

  • Easy Access (2)

    These treats are often used as rewards for good behavior and keep dogs distracted.

  • Fresh and Appealing (1)

    Treats are fresh and of good quality, which dogs appreciate.

Cons

  • Splintering Easily (5) major

    The treats splinter easily, becoming dangerous immediately.

  • Too Small (2) major

    The bones very easily broken down.

  • Splinters ()

    These treats become too small and brittle

Quality Trend: Declining

Many recent reviews mention increased splintering and immediate disintegration.

Older Reviews Said:

mixed

Newer Reviews Say:

negative

Who Is This For?

āœ“ Best For

  • • Pet owners looking to keep dogs busy — Provides hours of entertainment for dogs
  • • Large dog owners — Sufficient size for larger dogs, potentially less risk of splintering

āœ— Skip If

  • • Owners of small or aggressive chewers — High risk of choking and splintering

Durability & Care

Expected Lifespan immediate to a few minutes

Factors: chewing intensity

Cleaning Methods

āœ— Machine wash
āœ— Hand wash
āœ— Spot clean

Care Tips from Users

  • šŸ’” Supervise your dog while chewing

Floor Compatibility

āš ļø Hardwood
āš ļø Tile
āš ļø Carpet
āš ļø Vinyl
āš ļø Laminate

Rating Distribution

3.3
10 reviews
5ā˜…
50%
4ā˜…
0%
3ā˜…
10%
2ā˜…
10%
1ā˜…
30%
enjoyment (3) ruby_ridge (2) splintering (5) quality (3)

Common Questions

Are these safe for aggressive chewers?

No, they are not safe. Many users reported them splintering immediately, posing a choking hazard.

How durable is this treat?

These treats are not very durable and can splinter. They can easily result in injury.

Highlighted Reviews

— Cynthia

"This is a once in a while treat for my dogs. They love these bones. I also make sure I’m around in case there get too enthusiastic and a piece gets stuck."

— Paige

"I have no idea why these are being sold - they splinter and become dangerous immediately. One bite and I had to take it away from my dog. Do not buy these."

Bottom Line

These treats need significant improvement in durability. Use with caution and always supervise your dog while they are chewing.

3.7 /10
— Below Average