Dog Toys Trending Down
Hartz Chew 'n Clean Bacon Flavored Dog Chew Toy

Hartz Chew 'n Clean Bacon Flavored Dog Chew Toy

By Hartz 9 reviews analyzed Updated Oct 2023 85% confidence
4.5 /10
Quality
3.0
Value
5.0
Design
5.0
Function
5.5
Durability
2.5

In a Nutshell

  • Highly praised for flavors
  • Poor durability with heavy chewers
  • Value as a temporary treat, not long-term

Quick Verdict

The Hartz Chew 'n Clean Bacon Flavored Dog Chew Toy is generally well-received for its taste and design, but durability is a significant concern, with many users reporting it falls apart quickly, especially for strong chewers. It might be a good short-term solution, but not for long-lasting use.

Quick Stats

Reviews Analyzed 9
Would Recommend 67%
Would Buy Again 45%
Avg Lifespan Less than 1 week

Pet Compatibility

🐕 Dogs
Suitable
🐈 Cats
Caution

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Flavor attraction (4)

    Dogs are highly attracted to the bacon-flavored center, often fighting over it.

  • Aesthetic design (2)

    The dog's size and the coloring of the toy make it visually appealing.

Cons

  • Poor durability (4) critical

    The toy quickly falls apart, especially with strong chewers.

  • Not suitable for strong chewers (3) major

    The toy is not designed to withstand strong chewing.

Quality Trend: Declining

Earlier reviews were more positive, with issues of durability only becoming more prevalent in recent reviews

Older Reviews Said:

Positive

Newer Reviews Say:

Negative

Who Is This For?

Best For

  • Dog owners with light chewers — It's well-suited for dogs who don't chew aggressively, offering a flavorful experience.

Skip If

  • Owners of strong chewers — The toy falls apart easily, making it unsuitable for strong chewers.

Durability & Care

Expected Lifespan Less than 24 hours to a few months

Factors: chewing strength of the dog, duration of use

Cleaning Methods

Machine wash
Hand wash
Spot clean

Care Tips from Users

  • 💡 Supervise playtime

Floor Compatibility

Hardwood
Tile
⚠️ Carpet
Vinyl
Laminate

Rating Distribution

3.2
9 reviews
5★
44%
4★
0%
3★
33%
2★
11%
1★
22%
taste (4) durability (7) fragility (5)

Common Questions

Will this toy last for a long time?

No, it typically lasts only a few hours or days, depending on the dog's chewing strength. Heavier chewers will break it much faster.

What type of dogs is this toy best for?

This toy is best suited for small to medium-sized dogs who are light chewers, not for heavier or aggressive chewers.

Highlighted Reviews

— wendys

"I have 2 english bulldogs who are both obsessed with this chew toy. I'm not sure what's in that middle section but it's apparently pretty tasty. Constantly punking each other out to get this. I don't think it will last much past a month or so but it's getting plenty of use!"

— Horrible

"This toy fell apart in less 2 or 3 hours. It is TERRIBLE. My medium & large size dogs always get very excited when a chewy's box arrives and no different when this toy arrived. They each got a toy and immediately started to play with them. They are not hard chewers but within 20 to 30 bites they..."

Bottom Line

While the flavor is appealing to dogs, the toy's short lifespan makes it a less-than-ideal choice. Consider this more as a short-term treat rather than a durable chew toy.

4.5 /10
Average