Greyhound: A Guide to Chewing Bully Sticks

Greyhounds are athletic dogs with long, narrow heads and delicate oral structures that reflect their historical role as sprinters and sight hounds. These sensitive, gentle dogs typically have moderate bite forces but very fast, efficient nibbling mechanics.

Sighthound Bite Mechanics and Slim Skulls
Greyhounds belong to the dolichocephalic family, featuring long, narrow heads with elongated muzzles that favor speed and airflow over raw crushing power. Their jaw muscles are well-defined but not massive, and their slim skull structure produces a more precise, scissor-like bite rather than a broad, crushing clamp. This places Greyhounds in a moderate bite force category with excellent control and finesse, but with oral tissues that can be more susceptible to chips or fractures if given too-hard chews.

Grey's jaw structure features a lighter underjaw with strong but sleek muscle attachments that provide efficient cutting capability. Their dental alignment typically shows close spacing with a clean scissor occlusion, and their “nip and strip” heritage means they tend to work chews with quick, precise movements rather than sustained crushing pressure.

In Short—Which EverChew Holder?
Adult Greyhounds generally do best with the durable black nylon SuperChew holder for stability and safety. Puppies under 6 months or seniors with sensitive or worn teeth may prefer the green Plus holder because its slight elasticity offers gentler give on enamel and gums.  Because of Grey's size, they may tear up the smaller green ring.

Understanding Bully Stick Benefits and Why Holders Are Essential
Greyhound chewing behavior serves multiple important purposes: dental health maintenance, mental stimulation, stress relief, and a calm focus activity after exercise. Under-stimulated Greyhounds may resort to anxious nibbling or fabric shredding when bored or stressed.

Bully sticks are pure protein treats (similar to beef jerky) that provide one of the few chewing textures capable of satisfying Greyhound oral needs while still being safe for consumption. They’re firm enough to provide meaningful resistance while gradually softening during chewing, acting like natural toothbrushes to effectively scrape away plaque and tartar buildup from their teeth without requiring excessive force.

However, your Greyhound may gulp down a bully stick stub, a swallow-able chew part that is perfectly sized to get caught in the throat or digestive tract. That's where a holder can protect your pupper..

Life Stage Considerations and Power Management
Puppy Phase (8 weeks - 8 months): Greyhound puppies develop coordination and nibbling behaviors early, with teething typically peaking between 3-6 months. They seek out firm but not rock-hard textures to relieve discomfort and practice fine bite control.

Adult Phase (8+ months): Adult Greyhounds often enjoy focused chewing as a calming ritual after exercise. Their sensitive nature and high prey drive mean they need consistent mental engagement to prevent anxious behaviors, and appropriate chewing provides both oral satisfaction and relaxation.

Senior Phase: Older Greyhounds may have delicate enamel or prior dental work; many appreciate chews with a bit of “give” and a secure holder to prevent accidental gulping.

Selection Guidelines
Choose the EverChew Plus only if your Greyhound:

• Is under 4 months old and hasn’t developed full bite strength
• Is a senior dog with compromised dental health requiring softer options
• Shows gentle chewing habits for extended sessions

Choose the nylon SuperChew for most other Greyhounds because:

• It provides the durability needed for Grey chew sessions