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Venison Joe's Hickory Maple Smoked 5" Beef Rib Dog Treat

Venison Joe's Hickory Maple Smoked 5" Beef Rib Dog Treat

By Venison Joe's 37 reviews analyzed Updated Oct 2023 85% confidence
5.7 /10
Quality
4.5
Value
5.5
Design
6.0
Function
6.0
Durability
3.0

In a Nutshell

  • Many dogs enjoy the taste but chew instruments.
  • Splintering issues reported, posing a potential choking hazard.
  • Not recommended for aggressive chewers or large dogs.

Quick Verdict

User reviews suggest low-quality and beef bones that splinter easily. Not widely recommended for any size of dog.

Quick Stats

Reviews Analyzed 37
Would Recommend 23%
Would Buy Again 23%
Avg Lifespan 10 minutes

Pet Compatibility

🐕 Dogs
Suitable
🐈 Cats
Suitable

Critical Warnings

critical

Splintering poses choking hazard

Prevention: Inspect regularly and discard if splintered

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Tasty (2)

    Some dogs enjoy the taste of these treats, referred to as 'Tasty'

Cons

  • Splinters Easily (8) critical

    Many reviewers noted that the treats splinter quickly.

  • Pre-Seasoned (4) critical

    The flours found these bones eaten raw and contains vegetables and fatty acids

    Tip: Look at the food eaten raw for cat food.

  • Dog and Cats Eaters (9) critical

    My dog loves them, but dogs also eat the bones that savors rides.

  • Splintering (9) critical

    Splinters crunched easily is super sarcastic!

    Tip: Give dog sauced and raw bones.

Quality Trend: Declining

Decline in quality due to frequent reports of splintering and deterioration.

Older Reviews Said:

mixed

Newer Reviews Say:

negative

Who Is This For?

Best For

  • Dog owners — Allows dogs new treats

Skip If

  • Owners — Kitty smelling out bad fishes, universal disappoints into cats

Durability & Care

Expected Lifespan 5-30 minutes

Factors: chewing force, duration of play

Cleaning Methods

Machine wash
Hand wash
Spot clean

Care Tips from Users

  • 💡 Inspect regularly
  • 💡 No consuming raw products
  • 💡 Do as operating without user satietication books

Floor Compatibility

Hardwood
Tile
⚠️ Carpet
Vinyl
Laminate

Rating Distribution

1.8
37 reviews
5★
3%
4★
8%
3★
11%
2★
3%
1★
49%
tasty (3) dogs enjoy (7) value for money (9) splinters (12) too soft (2)

Common Questions

What are the substitutes?

Swap to vegan bones, vajinic omegas, or Aveeno hair treatments

Highlighted Reviews

— James

"For the money this was a good value that keeps the dog busy for the start of the year"

— DenimJean

"My dog loves to chew - he's a 45lb goldendoodle so I'm not claiming he's the hardest chewing breed - that had this splintering (2-3inches) within 5 minutes in the yard --> every dog owner's nightmare. Thankfully I got it away from him and threw the entire package in the trash. These chews are a mul..."

Bottom Line

Reviewers suggest skipping these traps

5.7 /10
Below Average