Archive for December 0

Many pet owners gravitate towards name-brand flea and tick treatments and we don’t blame them! While effective and endorsed by many veterinarians, there are comparable alternatives without the nasty chemicals commonly found in these spot-treatments. BestBullySticks encourages owners to go the holistic route and use all-natural flea and tick prevention products to deter fleas and ticks this coming season.

Dangers of Chemical-Based Treatments

Spot treatment “medications” contain a wide variety of pesticides — including but not limited to pyriproxyfen, methoprene, permethrin, fipronil and imidacloprid — and are directly linked to serious health effects in laboratory tests. In 2008 there were over 44,000 reported cases of adverse reactions to these types of treatments.

Since these are pesticides, their distribution and use is controlled by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). In a study conducted by the EPA, it was determined current guidelines and regulations used to determine toxicity for these medications were inadequate. Besides the toxic “active” ingredients listed, manufacturers are not required to disclose “inactive” ingredients leaving us in the dark about what we’re actually giving to our pets.

Because of the adverse reactions and questionable content of these treatments, BestBullySticks chooses to endorse holistic pet-care products. There are many ways pet owners can achieve the same results without having to turn to harsh unhealthy treatments. Let’s take a quick peek at these common pests and how we can prevent them! Read more

BestBullySticks is back again to talk about our Bison Femur Bone. Comparable in size to our Monster Bone, this hefty single-ingredient, all-natural dog chew is 100% Bison and made right here in the USA.

Perfect for large to giant breeds, this stone-age sized chew has two great big knuckles at each end making it both durable and delicious. With bits of meat and connective tissue still on the bone, the Bison Femur Bone is a great way to keep your pooch happily occupied for hours!

Rich in chondroitin and calcium the Bison Femur Bone provides nutrients essential to maintaining joint health and mobility. Don’t forget about the rich marrow at the center! Bone marrow is dense with lipids and promotes a healthy coat and skin.

Between 14 and 20 inches long and weighing up to 4.5lbs, this epic treat isn’t for the little ones. If your dog is an aggressive chewer look no further. Densely packed with vitamins and minerals, BestBullySticks’ Bison Femur Bone is long-lasting combination of nutrition and taste — plus, with no preservatives or artificial ingredients, they’re safe and 100% digestible.

Dedicated to bringing our customers safe all-natural dog chews and treats, BestBullySticks.com is excited to offer one of the largest and most unique online collections of dog treats and chews.

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Beginning today, BestBullySticks.com is starting a new blog series! Titled “Training Tips” this section will discuss a range of topics including training methods from popular trainers and dog experts to information about dog cognition and learning. So, strap yourself in for a brief history lesson! Our first installment is A History of Dog Training! By tracing the history of human-dog companionship and discussing different ways dogs learn, BestBullySticks hopes to provide new tools to help you and your loved one get the most from each other’s company.

Canine Domestication and Early Training

Dog training began with the domestication of canines. Approximately 30,000 years ago, humans began to domesticate dogs. Originally used as a beasts of burden and guard animals, the human-canine dynamic would eventually develop into a mutually beneficial relationship we still see today. And while dogs have accompanied humans on nearly every journey since the beginning of our relationship, it wouldn't be until the early 20th century that dog training took it’s current form. Read more

Self-proclaimed food lovers Mr. and Mrs. “Big Flavors” at Little Kitchen Big Flavors blog (aka Jenna and her husband) whip up tasty dishes in their less than large kitchen, even for their pooch Izzy. Jenna shared her Healthy Morning Poochidatis dog cookie recipe—a spin off Italian cookies called cucidatis—with us! This healthy dog treat is full of great ingredients like apples and carrots and your dog is sure to love the taste!

Ingredients

• 1 cup oat flour
• 1 cup whole wheat flour
• 1 egg
• 1/3 cup water
• 1 carrot (peeled and shredded)
• 1/2 apple (peeled and shredded)
• 8oz plain Greek yogurt
• 2 tablespoons water Read more

BestBullySticks is giving away a Pet Bed EVERYDAY to celebrate Cinco de Mayo! And how better for your dog to celebrate May 5th than with a nap!