Benefits Of Feeding Dentastix To Dogs
As the name suggests, the main purpose behind Dentastix is a dental one. They are specifically designed to clean a dogs teeth and promote healthy oral hygiene.
In order to achieve this, they have been shaped into an ‘x’, and through a combination of ingredients – are of a certain texture to help reduce the buildup of tartar and plaque.
Beyond this, Dentastix are high in protein and low in fat and sugar; giving a dog an optimal balance of nutrients that they should be obtaining through diet.
Here is the nutritional breakdown:
| Name | % of Treat |
| Protein | 8.5 |
| Fat | 1.8 |
| Fiber | 2.3 |
| Moisture | 13.5 |
The other main benefit of this particular treat, is that they come in a range of flavors that dogs enjoy. Perhaps the most notable being chicken and beef.
For this reason, dogs are more likely to consume them when given.
Lastly, and great news for us owners; they keep a dogs breath smelling fresh!
What Happens If A Dog Eats Too Many Dentastix?
If a dog eats too many Dentastix, then they are likely to experience similar symptoms to overeating; food bloat and a general lack of appetite.
In more extreme cases, an upset stomach and potentially diarrhea or vomiting may be observed.
Although, these extreme cases are only likely to be experienced by dogs whom have consumed a lot of Dentastix in a short amount of time.
We only have to look at other owners for this.
There are plenty of reports of dogs whom managed to get access to an entire box of Dentastix; quickly consuming them all before their owner even noticed.
Thankfully, in such instances, there are no reports of any immediate and major or long-term complications.
Dogs quickly returned to normal without the need for any additional support or measures.
That being said, this does not necessarily mean that this particular treat cannot be problematic.
One thing to take into account is how your dog eats, generally.
Some dogs do tend to eat quick, or even swallow their food before it has properly been broken down.
For these kind of dogs, their is definitely the possibility that a Dentastix piece swallowed too large could cause issues; such as digestive obstructions, or even blockage.
In such instances, you would need veterinary assistance. It would require swift attention.
If you were to notice any of the following symptoms soon after the consumption of several Dentastix, calling a vet comes strongly advised:
Vets will most commonly use X-Rays to confirm a blockage if suspected, but either way, will be able to rule out or propose a treatment option if identified.
In severe cases it would require surgery. But it should not come to that.
These kind of procedures are very rare.
For the most part, blockages are not common, and even in a dog who has eaten far more than they should have; will return back to their best in a few hours.
Recipe Transparency We don’t use terms like ‘cereal’ which doesn’t explain the type or quality of grain used, and can cause problems for dogs with sensitive digestion or food intolerances. Our Dental Sticks contain high quality wholewheat rice and oats so you know exactly what your dog is eating.
