Archive for August 2011

At Best Bully Sticks we consider your pets part of our pack and family. Like our beloved pugs Sushi & Espy, we only want to give your furry family member the best in healthy, safe pet products. We are constantly searching for the best of the best so if you have any feedback or product suggestions please let us know. So here is what’s new on the site and in our wag of the woods! Please be sure to check out our barkworthy new products for everything we have added in the last month.

Introducing Beef Trachea- Made in the USA

Introducing new Beef Trachea from Best Bully Sticks, exclusively Made in the USA! They are just as tasty, crunchy, delicious, and long-lasting as our other Tracheas, just made right here in America!

These Beef Tracheas are extra long-lasting as they are large trachea chews, varying in size from 8" to 13" inches. They are a bit greasy but full of flavor, as all trachea chews are, so we recommend you feed them to your dog outside.

Trachea are probably the most exciting dog chew on the market right now. They are sometimes referred to as "moo-tubes" or "windies". They are a hollow chew that last a long time. Trachea are high in both chondroitin and glucosamine (These naturally occurring agents have both been proven as effective in promoting healthy joints in dogs). Give them a try at Best Bully Sticks, and we are sure that you won’t be disappointed!

Our Made in the USA Beef Trachea come in packs of 25 and 50.

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Organic dog treats come in all shapes and sizes. From beef hearts to dental chews, your dog’s health is guaranteed to benefit from these all natural treats compared to those with artificial colours, preservatives and flavourings.

Many dog treats on the market are filled with chemicals and poor quality ingredients. They often contain chemical additives, fertilizer, fillers, preservatives, colourings and animal byproducts, which should all be avoided in your dogs diet. Why should dogs be rewarded with such inadequate treats? Surely that’s more of a punishment. Best Bully Sticks stock a wide range of organic treats which will give your dog more of an incentive to behave as you desire.

Organic treats could benefit the health of your dog, saving you money on your vet bill. They may provide them with more energy, less digestive issues, a stronger immune system and even an increased life expectancy as well as many other benefits.

Best Bully Sticks have made switching from regular dog treats to organic dog treats a tremendously easy job, you’ll wonder why you’ve not done it sooner. Firstly, Best Bully Sticks supply dog treats that focus upon top quality, organic meat. Paw Naturaw produces many different kinds of treats for dogs. They use chicken, turkey and beef to produce mini rolls, nuggets, jerky's and many more. It is highly recommended because it is the United States first and only complete line of USDA certified organic raw dog food. They are also guaranteed to arrive fresh because they are shipped whilst frozen. Another form of dog treats which focus upon organic meat is K-9 Kraving Beef Hearts. These are made from USDA, Human Grade, Steroid and Antibiotic-Free, Farm-Raised, Organic and Free-Range ingredients. These treats are particularly good for those dogs with weight or health issues but are also suitable for all dogs. Beef Heart offers a flavourful and natural source of amino acids with high quality protein. They are perfect for a treat that will satisfy your dog’s taste buds and hunger needs.

Secondly, Best Bully Sticks supply organic dog treats in the form of vegetable based products. An example of these is Plato Sweet Potato Dog Treats, they can help maintain healthy digestion and have a meaty flavor that dogs will love. Another example is the Fruitables Dog Treats, which contain key nutrients and vitamins and come in a variety of flavors which taste delicious. They’re also perfect for taking to the park to treat your four legged friend.

Finally the other type of organic treats also supplied by Best Bully Sticks is those based on fish. Salmon Paw produces a Salmon Jerky with organic broccoli and they are made from 100% wild caught Salmon and are low in fat but high in protein. They contain no fillers, bones, or other salmon by-products, like most fish based dog treats.

Organic dog treats are produced as sticks, biscuits, rolls and many other formats. From their great taste your dog will definitely find at least one they adore. So to stop pumping your dog with unwanted chemicals and fillers and replace them with nutrients and vitamins, buy organic dog treats, your dog will love you for it.

We always love getting emails from our customers & readers asking us to feature their dog or favorite breed for our Best Bully Sticks Spotlight on a Breed blog series every Thursday. As always we are honored to oblige. We are excited to spotlight the Samoyed.

Height: Male: 45-65; Female: 35-50 lbs

Weight: Male: 21-23.5; Female: 19-21 inches

Coat: The Samoyed has a long and thick double coat and requires a lot of grooming. The outercoat should be harsher than the undercoat, but still fairly soft. Undercoat should be short, thick, and should have wool like texture.

Color: The extra-thick double coat may be white, cream, white and biscuit,  or all biscuit in color.

Temperament: This is a very peaceful breed that tends to be very active. Very loyal, the Samoyed usually favors his master but will be friendly to most people. A very sociable breed, he is not only beautiful but makes a wonderful companion. Samoyeds are perky, dependable playmates, often wearing "smiles" on their faces. They are full of fun, and love nothing more than an afternoon of frisky activity in the snow. They are active and alert, indoors and out.

Samoyeds are lively, happy dogs who adore people and often have a mischievous sense of humor. They are excellent with children and always have time for a romp in the yard, especially in the snow. Samoyeds will bark to announce a visitor, but they are not guard dogs as once they are done announcing the newcomer, will most likely cozy up to the visitor to solicit a rub down. Samoyeds are great family dogs, though they tend to favor one person above all others – usually the person who is in charge of feeding and exercise. They are excellent companions for people who like the outdoors. Samoyeds are always up for a good hike in the woods, and will be happy to keep you warm overnight on a camping trip. They can be difficult to train, but Sammies are generally well behaved and make a great choice for fist time dog owners.

Health: The average life span of the Samoyed is 12-15 years. Here are some breed-specific hereditary diseases to be aware of:

• Diabetes mellitus similar but not identical to human Type I (insulin deficiency): The disease occurs in middle-aged Samoyeds, the mean age at diagnosis is seven years. The cause is a chronic inflammation of the pancreas and / or autoimmune destruction of beta cells of islets of Langerhans. Moreover, in affected dogs auto antibodies were found to insulin.
• Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA). The disease leads to a slowly progressive loss of vision, which eventually leads to blindness. The first symptoms appear between two and five years of age.
• Short legs in conjunction with eye abnormalities.
• Pulmonary stenosis occurs more frequently in Samoyeds. The disease can cause shortness of breath, cardiac arrhythmias and tiring on motion and increases the risk of congestive heart failure
• Hip dysplasia
• Eye problems such as cataracts and glaucoma and other retinal problems
• The breed can also be affected by Sebaceous adenitis, an uncommon idiopathic autoimmune skin disease.

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Recipe catch of the day! This is a canine approved recipe that is sure to get your dogs tail wagging and is a gluten free pup pleaser. Your dog is gonna love the delicious fishy flavor and you are gonna love the health benefits. Salmon gives dogs energy, helps their heart and organ health, boost immune system, supports joints, improves their coat and brain development. It is a fish rich in omega 3 fatty acids and nutrients such as, calcium, protein and vitamin E. It's time to bake up a batch of Salmon Bars!

Ingredients

1/2 cup of Parsley

One 8 ounce can of salmon

3 eggs (You can add the egg shells to the mixture for extra calcium)

1/2 cup of ground flaxseeds

1/2 cup of ground sesame seeds

2 cups of rice

Preparation

Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a cookie sheet, or line with parchment paper.

Finely chop the parsley in a food processor. Add all other ingredients except flour, and mix. Add flour slowly with food processor on low. The dough should form a ball when ready.

Knead dough on a floured surface. Roll the dough out into a large rectangle of desired, consistent thickness. Cut into bars or bite size squares. and place on cookie sheet.

Bake for 20 minutes, or until hard. Store extra treats in the refrigerator.

Courtesy of Life+Dog

Stay tuned for delicious dog recipes every Wednesday in our Weekly Drool Recipes blog series. Check out our other drool-worthy recipes! Also, remember food is meant to be shared! So be a pal and submit your favorite dog recipes to be featured in this delicious blog series by emailing us at bestbullysticks@gmail.com.

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