Boiling may cause the green holders to warp slightly. Dishwasher on the top rack is fine. If you really want to boil it, drop it into boiling water for just 30 seconds so the outside gets hot, but the bulk of the plastic doesn't have time to heat through.

Yes, they're a product on our site.

You can drill your own, but there are a few pitfalls. (1) The stick needs to fit into the holder--that's easy for the SafetyChew+ and SuperChew, but the smaller SafetyChew original has a smaller cener hole for the dog chew. (2) The hole must be drilled exactly through the center of the bully stick, or else it may not fit right into either of the holders. (3) The diameter of the drilled hole must be large enough for the locking pin to fit--without weaking the side walls of the hole. We have specially engineered drilling stations to make the hole exactly perfect. And each stick will fit the holder it's selected for. So you will actually have less wasted sticks because the self-drilled hole is bad.

All three holders are top-rack safe. But washing means you will have to re-lubricate the pin so it doesn't catch the black latch. So lubricate it with anything greasy like a cooking oil or a food-safe silicone grease.

No. Our pin-lock design was designed from the ground-up so that anyone can load and unload a bully stick using just their pinkies (or even chopsticks). No twisting, cranking, or squeezing required. That makes it perfect for owners with arthritis or limited hand strength.

That's not advisable since in our testing the yak chews can break off at the hole, and then can be a choking hazard.

Many customers report 2-plus years with weekly use.

Yes, our nylon pin passed 170 lbs of pull-force testing in the lab. Your dog can't pull it free, but your fingers can release it in a second.

The medical-grade green polymer we use has a slight elastomeric flex to it, so it's quiet on hardwood or tile. The SuperChew nylon holder is louder but still much quieter than you might expect.

The green holders can get chewed up by super-chewers. But the black nylon holder is nearly indestructible, we have yet to have a nylon holder that has failed.

The holders to get some sharp points on them as the dog wears it down. This is more noticeable on the black nylon SuperChew holder since it is a harder plastic. The points never seem to bother the dogs and they may act like a dental pick, but the human may find sharp points, especially around the latch, are uncomfortable on your finger. What we do is use nail clippers and a little bit of sandpaper to clean them up.

One interesting thing we've learned about the SafetyChew holders is that while the pin locks the stub in and we call it undefeatable, if the dog licks and slobbers and nibbles on the trapped chew stub, it will slowly soften and tear off in little fragments. After about an hour or more of nibbling, usually over the course of several sessions, the dog may finally shred the chew enough that it will finally fall off the pen. But the good thing is that the partial piece that falls off is so small that it's not a choking or digestive-blocking hazard, and your dog has gotten a lot of joy working on getting that piece out.

The smaller green SafetyChew is our original holder, designed for small dogs and puppies under about 16 lbs. The SafetyChew+ (sometimes called SafetyChew Plus) is for medium dogs and holds Thick and Jumbo sticks. The black SuperChew is made from nearly-indestructible nylon for powerful, aggressive chewers of any size.

The SafetyChew pin is made from high-grade (virgin) Nylon here in the US. It's non-toxic and is the polymer used in all kinds of dog chews like a Nylabone.

We use a straight-through-the-hole pin, not surface friction, so there's zero chance the stick can get pulled free. And our latch mechanism is easy on the hands unlike every other holder that requires good hand strength. All the other twist or screw to tighten holders can especially fail once the stick gets slobbery slippery.

We mold it in the USA from medical-grade polymer (the green SafetyChew and SafetyChew+ holders) or from Nylon (the black SuperChew).

The green SafetyChew is best for small dogs and puppies (roughly under 16 lbs), the SafetyChew+ handles medium dogs and thicker sticks, and the black SuperChew is for powerful chewers and larger dogs. When in doubt, get the more durable holder.

Each holder has it's own starter pack of the holder and three pre-drilled bully sticks. Open the pouch, load the stick, and your dog can chew right away.

All polymers (nylon, rubbers, etc) used in the holders are made in the US. All the polymers are turned into components (pin, ring, etc.) in tthe US. All components are turned into the three holders in Texas or Washington State.

The green polymer has a slight flex that cushions bumps, so there will be no dents. The harder SuperChew nylon holder can dent a hardwood floor if dropped, but we have had no reports of floors getting dented or scratched.

Maybe, the stick must be small enough to fit into the hole (of the holder you have, there are 3 sizes), and the hole must be large enough for the pin to pass through. The hole must also be drilled in the center of the stick or the pin still may not fit.

No, neither the bully sticks or collagen chews are bleached. Our ranches only rely on fresh raw material and hygienic processing.

Never. EverChew's sticks are washed with lots of water, then heated with airflow. No bleaches, smoke liquids or other flavors or preservatives.

No, the plant is free of peanuts and soy. They deal in cow parts, partner.

Yes, every lot is tested for salmonella and E. coli before import from ranches in South America. Then at EverChew we spot-check boxes using a combination of a microbiology testing lab in Portland and internal tests. For the internal tests we wash any bacteria off the surface of sticks, allow any bacteria to grow in a warm broth overnight, and then test for E. coli and Salmonella using lateral flow assays.

Absolutely, our pre-drilled sticks come in Regular, Thick, and Jumbo refill bundles so you can re-stock anytime.

You can drill your own, but there are a few pitfalls. (1) The stick needs to fit into the holder--that's easy for the SafetyChew+ and SuperChew, but the smaller SafetyChew original has a smaller cener hole for the dog chew. (2) The hole must be drilled exactly through the center of the bully stick, or else it may not fit right into either of the holders. (3) The diameter of the drilled hole must be large enough for the locking pin to fit--without weaking the side walls of the hole. We have specially engineered drilling stations to make the hole exactly perfect. And each stick will fit the holder it's selected for. So you will actually have less wasted sticks because the self-drilled hole is bad.

We officially say they are good for 2 years after shipping to you. But they can be okay way longer than that. We have some bully sticks that are 5 years old in prototype display units and they are still okay--no smells, changes or anything. Bully sticks seem to be like the honey they recover from ancient tombs--still good to eat.

No. Rawhide is a layer of the hide with low digestability. Our collagen chews are a layer of the hide high in collagen, so it breaks down in the stomach/small intestine, so that it won't cause an intestional bloack. Our bully sticks are from a completely diffent part of the cow--100% muscle and fully digestible.

The sticks are very carefully rinsed and oven-baked to prevent odor. Most of our customers report a mild to no-odor experience, especially compared to most other brands.

No way. We pre-drill each EverChew stick so it slides onto the SafetyChew pin right out of the pack. But mamy people do drill their own sticks--the hard part is keeping the drill bit in the center of the stick. We've gotten that part perfected.

Most bully sticks soften as they're chewed, so they peel ino strips rather than splinter, so they're much safer than dried bones or antlers. We've seen a couple of brands that appear to overbake thir sticks and they become brittle, but msot don't. And our collagen chew sticks definitely don't splinter either. They also soften as they're chewed.

Chew time varies by dog size and chew style of course, but our 6-inch sticks keep moderate chewers busy 30-60 minutes. And if you can watch your dog and make sure that they don't start chewing just on the holder, you can let them lick and nibble on the trapped stub for up to hours over many chew sessions.

The regulars are about half an inch diameter, while the thicks are about 0.75 inches. Jumbos go up from there. Although it impecise since only about have of the chews are cylindrical. So we visually average the end profile to estimate a diameter. And we drill the hole in the smaller end.

Superchewer dogs should use the black nylon SuperChew holder, if they're medium to smaller, then Thick sticks may work. Go for Jumbo sticks for bigger dogs.

Each holder has it's own starter pack of the holder and three pre-drilled bully sticks. Open the pouch, load the stick, and your dog can chew right away.

Two years easy, just keep them dry and they'll stay fresh. But we have sticks that are several years old that are still good. Our dogs have eaten very old sticks from "display" pieces that got knocked down to the floor, and there were no issues.

We source from a small number of trusted ranches in South America. They hand wash and bake the pizzle. Every lot is tested for Salmonella and E. coli before import. We then spot-check shipment ourselves.

We doo drill the 12" bully sticks near the center, but yes we drill the 6" sticks near one end. We found most dogs prefer that approach so the stick stands upright so it's easier to chew. And it may mean less mess on the couch/floor/whereever.

Bully sticks shouldn't splinter. But because of the way they are cut and drilled, our bully sticks will fray. These frayed edges are soft and safe to chew up.

The locking pin slides through the hole to undefeatably lock the stick, not just grip the surface like all other holders. The bully stick or collagen chew cannot come out even when wet and slippery. Our drilled sticks are centered perfectly for the pin, That's why we recommend our refill sticks over trying to drill your own.

EverChew's bully sticks are low-odor because we only source from a couple of ranches that take extra care wehn washing the pizzles. There may be some trapped odor in the air-tight pouch, but each stick out in the open has very little odor.

Maybe, the stick must be small enough to fit into the hole (of the holder you have, there are 3 sizes), and the hole must be large enough for the pin to pass through. The hole must also be drilled in the center of the stick or the pin still may not fit.

Sometimes when the holder dries while there is still a nub in it, the dog slobber residue can glue the pin into the holder. You can either wet it with water to soften the residue, or use a tool to tap the pin loose. But you'll want to re-lubricate the pin with vegetable oil or food-grade silicone grease.

Try a smear of peanut butter, cream cheese, or wet food on the tip. You can also soak the end in warm water for a but to make it easier to start chewing and that also releases some wonderful-to-dogs smells.

The holders to get some sharp points on them as the dog wears it down. This is more noticeable on the black nylon SuperChew holder since it is a harder plastic. The points never seem to bother the dogs and they may act like a dental pick, but the human may find sharp points, especially around the latch, are uncomfortable on your finger. What we do is use nail clippers and a little bit of sandpaper to clean them up.

The pin needs lubricant to push past the black latch easily. You can wet it with water, but a longer-term fix is to add vegetable oil or a grease. The longest-term fix is to add some food-grade silicone grease--that's how it's lubricated when we ship them.

One interesting thing we've learned about the SafetyChew holders is that while the pin locks the stub in and we call it undefeatable, if the dog licks and slobbers and nibbles on the trapped chew stub, it will slowly soften and tear off in little fragments. After about an hour or more of nibbling, usually over the course of several sessions, the dog may finally shred the chew enough that it will finally fall off the pen. But the good thing is that the partial piece that falls off is so small that it's not a choking or digestive-blocking hazard, and your dog has gotten a lot of joy working on getting that piece out.

Yes, our holder design was tested during development by a practicing veterinarian. She approves the design.

The holders aren't designed for that, but the hole in the middle makes a good tie-up point. But you'll miss out when the dog carries it around like a little pacifier, which is pretty adorable.

The holder can be shared, but why bother--just get another. The holders are affordable enough that having one per dog is a good call.

Yes, that's why we invented the SafetyChew holder--it locks the final inch in place and prevent gulping accidents. If you ask around peoiple can tell stories of choking incidents.

Yes, but select the SafetyChew of SafetyChew+ and you may want to soften the end of the stick by soaking in water is their teeth are still young.

VBully sticks, even low odor ones, release a little more scent once wet. Just do your best to think of how much joy that smell is bringing your doggo.

Yes, the pressure soothes sore gums just like a teether does for a baby.

Our bully sticks and collagen chews don't have any added dyes. And we've never experienced a stain on furnature or a corpet.

The holder eliminates the choking hazard from the stub, but supervision is still good practice, especially for new users or puppies. Watch for signs that your dog is chewing the holder ring aggressively rather than the stick, and remove it if needed.

With EverChew, since it's trapped in the holder, so you can let your dog slowly soften and work that out in tiny bits, as long as the dog doesn't start chewing on the holder and tearing it up. So you don't need to "take it away" like you do without a holder.

Remove the holder when your dog startes chewing on the ring. Give it back after a while and then take it away when ring-chewing starts again. After a while most dogs get the message.

Yes, The SafetyChew holder works great for flat-faced (brachycephalic) breeds since they are at higher risk of choking risk because of their anatomy.

One interesting thing we've learned about the SafetyChew holders is that while the pin locks the stub in and we call it undefeatable, if the dog licks and slobbers and nibbles on the trapped chew stub, it will slowly soften and tear off in little fragments. After about an hour or more of nibbling, usually over the course of several sessions, the dog may finally shred the chew enough that it will finally fall off the pen. But the good thing is that the partial piece that falls off is so small that it's not a choking or digestive-blocking hazard, and your dog has gotten a lot of joy working on getting that piece out.

Yes. You want a SafetyChew or SafetyChew+ for your smaller dog and a SuperChew for the bigger or more powerful chewer. The starter packs make it easy to try each.

Redirect your dog to the bully stick. But all materials used in the holders are safe for dogs to chew on, and even if they eat tiny bits of, the pieces will pass through.

Resource guarding is a training issue separate from the holder itself. Start by practicing 'trade' exercises: offer a high-value treat in exchange for the holder, then give the holder right back. If guarding is severe, consult a certified dog trainer or behaviorist.

We do not know of that ever happening, but the smooth pin should pass safely. But to be sure contact your vet immediately and monitor for 24 hours.

Some vets don't recommend bully sticks because of the safety hazard, even with a holder because all the other holders on the market can fail. But share with your vet how our holder is undedeatable and then see what they say.

Chewing is exercise so always have water available. Sometimes after chewing our dogs jog for the water bowl like they've been out running in the yard.

Many dogs find the repetitive gnawing soothing, and the holder keeps them engaged longer for a true chill session.

No. They are usually too large for the holders and the pin can't lock in more than one of the 2 or 3 sticks in the braid. So there is still a choking hazard.

Our bully sticks and collagen chews don't have any added dyes. And we've never experienced a stain on furnature or a corpet.

Bully sticks are slow-baked and dried, not raw. This process makes them shelf-stable, kills bacteria, and gives them that hard, long-lasting texture your dog loves.

Yes, as soon as your vet clears them for hard chews, usually around 12 weeks. Start with a thinner stick and supervise until you learn your pup's chew style. If you're worried that the stick is still too hard, you can soak the end in water for a few minutes to start the chew-softwning process.

If your dog can tolerate beef products at all, then yes, they can enjoy our chews. They're single-protein and grain-free.

Yes, each stick is 100% grass-fed beef pizzle (from boy cows), nothing else. No antibiotics, hormones, or fillers. Just slow-baked protein your pup can digest.

Absolutely. There's a gentle scraping action that's like nature's toothbrush, helping reduce/scrape away plaque and tartar while your dog is in joyous delight.

They're helpful but not a full substitute for brushing, keep brushing or using dental wipes esp. if your vet says you need to.

Sure, 15 minutes in the freezer adds a soothing cool factor and slightly extends chew time.

We don't recommend it, because it heats unevenly and curls and shrinks ans stinks bad. If you want to soften it for your dog just soak the end in water for a bit.

Absolutely. You just need to let it dry out so it won't mold. We just set ours on a shelf and then hand it back down later.

They should not. Occasionally we hear of dogs having issues with beef (manybe even an allergy), but with some experimenting you can figure out what's causing the problem. If there are issues, take a break from the sticks for a while and then reintroduce then after things are settled.

Chewing reduces plaque bacteria, which is a root cause of stinky dog breath.

Yes, the pressure soothes sore gums just like a teether does for a baby.

Our bully sticks and collagen chews don't have any added dyes. And we've never experienced a stain on furnature or a corpet.

Most vets recommend one bully stick every day or two. But bully sticks should stay under 10% of your dog's total calories. If you're still in doubt, check with your vet.

Daily is fine for many dogs, but watch the calories--especially for less active dogs. Your vet can give you personalized guidance based on your dog's diet and weight.

We just leave a partially chewed stick in the holder for the dog to revisit. But you shouldn't seal up a stick that's still wet because it could mold, but you can seal it up after you let it dry out. If the sticks aren't wet, you can store in a bag or jar as you wish. They are even okay to just keep out in the open. We keep our sticks in a open bin on the garage shelf so we can grab one quickly.

It is completely expected that the stick gets slimey and slippery. That's why we say other holder will fail sometimes, while EverChew's holders are undefeatable.

Try a smear of peanut butter, cream cheese, or wet food on the tip. You can also soak the end in warm water for a but to make it easier to start chewing and that also releases some wonderful-to-dogs smells.

We partner with USDA-approved facilities in the USA and South America that raise free-range, grass-fed cattle for human consumption. And our source Ranches take extra care to wash them better before drying so that most of the "stink" is removed. Our chews are then hand-selected in the US for quality and fit. We end up paying more for our sticks because our suppliers know we have rejected some before and sent them back.

They're pure muscle, slow-processed, and sourced from human-grade cattle. And they only come from boy cows that only have 1 pizzle each.

Color of the bully sticks varies with the age and diet of the cattle and baking time, and even where it is in the oven. So color is cosmetic, not quality related.

It shouldn't. But start by letting the dog chew just a bit of the stick at first.

Many dogs find the repetitive gnawing soothing, and the holder keeps them engaged longer for a true chill session.

The polymer of either holder doesn't fit conventional recycle streams. But we are collecting old holders so our injection molder can re-grind the rings to use them in a future batch. Contact us and we'll get it back from you to add to our internal recycle stream.

Absolutely you can pause, skip, or cancel anytime. Log into your EverChew your account dashboard. Or you can email us at info@everchew.com or call us at 512-965-3863.

Sign in to your account or use the tracking email to get updates all the way to your doorstep. If there's a problem or a missing package just email us at info@everchew.com and we will get it fixed or replaced.

Contact us and we'll work something out. We prefer that the sticks not be opened, but if they are, we sometimes askk that the sticks be returned anyway, and then we can use them internally for R&D.

Yes, just reach out to us and we'll work something out. If you read our reviews, you'll see that we go out of our way to keep customers happy.

No, but email us and we can work out a way to get a gift to someone or somepup that you love.

Currently to Canada. We can ship the holders anywhere, but the sticks have import issues.

Yes, email us to set up a wholesale account.

We ship Monday-Friday mornings, usually capturing all orders up through 11:00 pm Pacific time. But is something special is need, just email or call us.

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Reach out to us. We stand behind our products and will work with you to replace a defective holder. The green polymer holders are very durable but can show wear over time with heavy use by super-chewers. That's why we created the nearly-indestructible black nylon SuperChew for power chewers.

We'll find a way to help sort that problem out. First, if unsure, it's always a safer bet to select the more durable holder. The order is SafetyChew ➜ SafetyChew+ ➜ SuperChew. If you're a subscriber, we have Pawsurance where we offer free holder replacements and upgrades. But even if you're not, we've always worked things out with customers so they get the right holder. Just send us a note and let us know your situation.

All major cards, PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and Shop Pay. The cards are all processed through Shopify so we don't get to see the numbers or anything.

Most packages go via USPS, but we also use UPS and FedEx when needed or requested by a customer. Just reach out to us with special shipping needs.