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Pur Luv Brown Rice & Chicken Recipe Hearty Bones Multi-Benefit Dog Treats

Pur Luv Brown Rice & Chicken Recipe Hearty Bones Multi-Benefit Dog Treats

By Pur Luv 49 reviews analyzed Updated Oct 2023 90% confidence
7.1 /10
Quality
6.5
Value
7.0
Design
6.0
Function
7.5
Durability
5.0

In a Nutshell

  • Good value and great for smaller dogs
  • Recent batches are very hard and hard to chew
  • Suitable for teething or training rewards
  • Therapy dogs or busy dogs will enjoy the long-lasting treat
  • Check for quality before buying recent batches

Quick Verdict

Pur Luv Brown Rice & Chicken Recipe Hearty Bones are well-loved by dogs for their taste and durability. However, recent complaints about hardness and quality deterioration may warrant caution.

Quick Stats

Reviews Analyzed 49
Would Recommend 85%
Would Buy Again 82%
Avg Lifespan 6 months

Pet Compatibility

🐕 Dogs
Suitable
🐈 Cats
Caution

Critical Warnings

high

Recurrent troubles with batch quality and hardness

Prevention: Only buy one bag to testify quality

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Taste and Flavor (33)

    Dogs love the taste and flavor

  • Value for Money (12)

    Customers find these treats to be good for the price

  • Good for Teeth (12)

    The treats are good for dental health

  • Good for Training (12)

    Dogs enjoy the treats during sessions.

  • Dog Satisfaction (15)

    Small dogs particularly like the size and texture

  • Suitable for Variety Diet (10)

    Great for occasional variety in dogs' diet

  • Flexibility in Use (8)

    Can be used in training or just as an occasional chew.

Cons

  • Hardness (9) major

    Recent batches are reported to be too hard to chew

    Tip: use as longer chews

  • Quality Issues (16) major

    Reported inconsistencies in product quality

  • Not Suitable for Teething (9) minor

    Not suitable for teething puppies

  • Close to Expensive Teeth Treat (2) minor

    Uneasy for some to believe these are inexpensive.

Quality Trend: Declining

Recent reviews show a decline in quality, with treats being too hard to chew.

Older Reviews Said:

positive

Newer Reviews Say:

negative

Who Is This For?

Best For

  • Dog owners with small to medium-sized dogs — Treats are suitable for smaller dogs and are enjoyable for medium-sized dogs.
  • Owners looking for long-lasting treats — Good for dogs that enjoy extended chewing sessions
  • Owners interested in dental benefits — Treats are effective for dental health.
  • Owners requiring occasional non-special grocery treats, — Efficient during training sessions

Skip If

  • Owners with puppies or senior dogs — Hard texture can be problematic for their teeth.

Durability & Care

Expected Lifespan 3-12 months

Factors: dog size, chewing intensity

Cleaning Methods

Machine wash
Hand wash
Spot clean

Care Tips from Users

  • 💡 Supervise during the first session to ensure dogs can chew

Floor Compatibility

Hardwood
Tile
⚠️ Carpet
Vinyl
Laminate

Rating Distribution

4.5
49 reviews
5★
86%
4★
0%
3★
0%
2★
2%
1★
12%
durable (14) tasty (26) hard to chew (10) Quality issues (9)

Common Questions

How hard are these treats?

These treats are reported to be rock hard, suitable for dogs that enjoy a challenge, but not ideal for teething puppies.

What are the long-term perks?

They can present a problem after a year with teeth tartar stains when dogs are squeezing down the earlier harder texture.

Highlighted Reviews

— Susan

"These weren't the regular peanut butter bones that I've been buying from you, but Rocky liked them."

— unhappydog

"I have been buying the Pur Luv large bones for over 6 years,but for want ever reason they have dropped all the bones but this one (brown rice & chicken). Ordered 2 bags on last auto ship and just open them. I cut them in half for my 2 dogs, but these bags (both) were as hard as a rock, could not cut..."

Bottom Line

While generally well-received, recent quality issues with these treats make them a bit of a gamble. They are still a good option for small to medium-sized dogs but may not be suitable if durability is a concern. Consider reaching out to the manufacturer about recent quality issues before purchasing.

7.1 /10
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