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Smokehouse USA 2-3" Pizzle Stix Dog Treats

Smokehouse USA 2-3" Pizzle Stix Dog Treats

By Smokehouse USA 10 reviews analyzed Updated Oct 2023 85% confidence
4.8 /10
Quality
4.5
Value
5.0
Design
5.5
Function
6.0
Durability
3.0

In a Nutshell

  • Some dogs love the taste and texture
  • Consistent issues with size and quality
  • Potential choking hazard for smaller dogs

Quick Verdict

While some dogs enjoy these treats, there are significant issues with size inconsistency and choking hazards. Many reviews mention hollow or broken treats, making them less desirable.

Quick Stats

Reviews Analyzed 10
Would Recommend 20%
Would Buy Again 20%
Avg Lifespan Less than a day at 99.97% of the doggie TV range

Pet Compatibility

🐕 Dogs
Suitable
🐈 Cats
Caution

Critical Warnings

high

Ant found in packaging

Prevention: carefully open packaging outside

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Dog Enjoyment (3)

    Many dogs love the taste and texture

  • Kong Stuffing (1)

    Can be used to stuff Kong toys

  • Minimal Odor (1)

    Trease verbile giving minimal odor

Cons

  • Consistency (4) critical

    Consitency is slipping

  • Choking Hazard (1) critical

    Some Petri dogs suffer falling ill after consuming

    Tip: supervise dog or not use

  • Quality Control (1) major

    Issues with ants in the packaging

    Tip: make sure to check if there are ropes or bugs by opening outside

Quality Trend: Declining

Multiple older reviews praising the quality, newer reviews complaining about hollow and broken treats

Older Reviews Said:

Positive

Newer Reviews Say:

Negative

Who Is This For?

Best For

  • Small to medium-sized dogs — Dogs of various sizes and breeds enjoy these treats, and the variety makes them a versatile option

Skip If

  • Owners of small dogs, those concerned with pet safety, households with ants need professional pest extermination — High number of reviews complaining about being slim, angering them to chuck and waist thereafter swallowing causing and intestinal blockages

Durability & Care

Expected Lifespan Less than a day

Factors: Consumed chewing

Cleaning Methods

Machine wash
Hand wash

Floor Compatibility

⚠️ Hardwood
⚠️ Tile
⚠️ Carpet
⚠️ Vinyl
⚠️ Laminate

Rating Distribution

3.0
10 reviews
5★
40%
4★
10%
3★
0%
2★
0%
1★
50%
dog chewed (2) Chews (1) Choking (3) Size (4) Servicing (1)

Common Questions

Do these treats have any risk of choking pets?

There is a significant risk as many dogs have reported choking and throwing up after consuming these. Many reports complained these treats making dogs to suffer choking.

Are these treats suitable for small dogs?

These treats inconsistent in sizes. Many dogs have suffered choking and dogs getting anits within, it is advisable not to buy these treats

Highlighted Reviews

— Stale

"These are small, and some are hollow but they are well loved by our young pug and elderly Frenchie. Very minimal odor, if any. Seem to be much less of a choking hazard also."

Bottom Line

These treats are generally not recommended due to the high number of complaints and potential choking hazard

4.8 /10
Below Average