DOG CHEW GUIDE

There are several benefits to giving your dog chew bones, dog chews, dog bones, chew toys - a beloved child has many names! While it differs for each individual, some commonly mentioned benefits of dog chews are as follows:

• Oral health and hygiene: Chew bones promote the dog's oral health as chewing cleans away plaque and massages the gums. If you don't brush your dog's teeth, it's especially good to let your dog chew to prevent tartar buildup and bad breath.
• Mental stimulation: When a dog gets to chew on a chew bone, provided it offers enough resistance, the brain is stimulated, and it can help with stress. This is partly because chewing is a deeply ingrained natural behavior, and partly because it keeps the dog's thoughts focused on the task of trying to chew on the bone (it actually requires problem-solving and a lot of work).
• Chew bones contain several important nutrients, depending on the type, which can complement the diet well.

In summary, there are several benefits to chew bones, and even though it is an extra expense, the benefits can often outweigh the cost. For example, the bill for removing tartar at the vet is quite large, chewed-up furniture is annoying, and so on… However, it is important to point out that the benefits of chewing vary depending on the individual dog and which chew you choose to give your dog. It's not a miracle cure, but it definitely has its advantages!

When it comes to chews on the market, it can sometimes be difficult to find the right option among rawhide, dried animal parts, vegetarian, and plastic. Generally, our tip is to first check the chew's origin, ingredients, and veterinary statements if possible. After that, we recommend trying different options and choosing chews based on what your dog likes and seems to react best to.

Regarding feeding, we believe that "less is more" and that quality always comes before quantity, which permeates the entire Njord Pets range. How long you should let your dog chew each day, or week, or month, is entirely up to each owner's assessment of their dog's conditions and needs. If you give your dog the opportunity to chew daily, which often works well, we recommend timing the chew sessions. The dog doesn't need to eat the entire chew at once; often 15–30 minutes of daily chewing is enough to achieve the benefits. We certainly think that chew sessions should be timed even if you give your dog chew bones less often than daily.

Remember to always supervise your dog and provide access to fresh water when they are chewing!

Sincerely,
Eric & Pontus