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How To Safely Chew a Nylabone

Since 1955, Nylabone has been dedicated to creating the highest-quality chew toys, long-lasting edible chews, and effective dental solutions for dogs of every age, breed, and size.

We provide clear guidelines on how to safely chew a Nylabone by choosing and enjoying appropriately and responsibly. These simple tips are designed to protect your pup from avoidable risks, so you can both focus on fun, healthy chewing time together.

Not sure what strength of Nylabone chew is right for you dog? Try our Chew Style Guide to help choose the best Nylabone chew toy for your furry friend.

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Extreme Chews

  • It’s important to select the proper size & type of chew for your dog’s age, weight & chewing strength. Non-edible chews should be large enough to encourage chewing from the side rather than top and bottom. If you have more than one dog in your household, select chews appropriate for the largest, strongest chewer.
  • Always supervise the use of all chews & toys.
  • Product is not intended to be eaten or ingested. During normal chewing, small bristle-like projections will be raised, which help clean teeth. If you think your dog swallowed a large piece, take the product away and contact your veterinarian.
  • Inspect before giving to your dog to make sure it’s whole and intact. Check frequently & replace if damaged, ends are worn down or if it becomes too small to chew safely.
  • To clean, hand wash with warm soapy water & rinse thoroughly.

Strong Chews

  • It’s important to select the proper size & type of chew for your dog’s age, weight & chewing strength. Non-edible chews should be large enough to encourage chewing from the side rather than top and bottom. If you have more than one dog in your household, select chews appropriate for the largest, strongest chewer. Not intended for powerful chewers. Powerful chewers may need Nylabone® Extreme Chews.
  • Always supervise the use of all chews & toys.
  • Product is not intended to be eaten or ingested. During normal chewing, small bristle-like projections will be raised, which help clean teeth. If you think your dog swallowed a large piece, take the product away and contact your veterinarian.
  • Inspect before giving to your dog to make sure it’s whole and intact. Check frequently & replace if damaged, ends are worn down or if it becomes too small to chew safely.
  • To clean, hand wash with warm soapy water & rinse thoroughly.

Moderate Chews

  • It’s important to select the proper size & type of chew for your dog’s age, weight & chewing strength. Non-edible chews should be large enough to encourage chewing from the side rather than top and bottom. If you have more than one dog in your household, select chews appropriate for the largest, strongest chewer. Not intended for powerful chewers. chewers may need Nylabone® Extreme Chews.
  • Always supervise the use of all chews & toys.
  • Product is not intended to be eaten or ingested. During normal chewing, small bristle-like projections will be raised, which help clean teeth. If you think your dog swallowed a large piece, take the product away and contact your veterinarian.
  • Inspect before giving to your dog to make sure it’s whole and intact. Check frequently & replace if damaged, ends are worn down or if it becomes too small to chew safely.
  • To clean, hand wash with warm soapy water & rinse thoroughly.

Puppy Chews

  • It’s important to select the proper size & type of chew for your dog’s age, weight & chewing strength. Non-edible chews should be large enough to encourage chewing from the side rather than top and bottom. If you have more than one dog in your household, select chews appropriate for the largest, strongest chewer.
  • ALWAYS SUPERVISE your puppy to ensure he/she cannot bite off large pieces; some young puppies are powerful chewers even with their puppy teeth, and may need a durable Nylabone® Power Chew toy.
  • PRODUCT IS NOT INTENDED TO BE EATEN or ingested. During normal chewing, small bristle-like projections will be raised, which help clean teeth. If you think your puppy swallowed a large piece, take the product away and contact your veterinarian immediately.
  • Inspect before giving to your dog to make sure it’s whole and intact. Check frequently & replace if damaged, ends are worn down or if it becomes too small to chew safely.
  • To clean, hand wash with warm soapy water & rinse thoroughly.
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