The Hidden Risks of Smoked Dog Treats: Why Savannah Pet Food's Ostrich Products Stand Out
by
Gerhardus Hanekom
on
Jun 26, 2024
As pet owners, we strive to provide the best for our furry companions, ensuring they receive the healthiest and most nutritious treats available. At Savannah Pet Food, we are committed to this mission, which is why our ostrich dog products are not smoked, setting us apart from many competitors in the market. In this blog, we will highlight the unique benefits of our non-smoked ostrich products and explain why smoked treats can pose risks to your dog's health.
The Drawbacks of Smoked Dog Treats Smoked dog treats might seem appealing due to their distinct aroma and flavor, but beneath the surface, they can harbor several health concerns for your canine friend:
Potential Carcinogens: The smoking process often involves the formation of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) and heterocyclic amines (HCAs), which are known carcinogens. Long-term exposure to these compounds can increase the risk of cancer in dogs.
Respiratory Issues: Dogs, like humans, can be sensitive to smoke. The inhalation of smoke residues can lead to respiratory problems, especially in dogs with preexisting conditions like asthma or bronchitis.
Digestive Distress: The chemicals and additives used in the smoking process can be harsh on a dog's digestive system, leading to gastrointestinal issues such as vomiting, diarrhea, and upset stomach.
Allergic Reactions: Some dogs may develop allergies to the substances used in smoked treats, resulting in skin irritations, itching, and other allergic reactions.
The Savannah Pet Food Difference
At Savannah Pet Food, we believe in providing wholesome, natural treats that support your dog's overall well-being. Here’s why our non-smoked ostrich products are a superior choice:
Natural and Pure: Our ostrich treats are minimally processed to retain their natural flavors and nutrients. We avoid smoking and other harsh processing methods to ensure your dog gets a pure and wholesome treat. We use a heat drying process without adding any additives, resulting in 100% single ingredrient ostrich.
Nutrient-Rich: Ostrich meat is a fantastic source of lean protein, rich in essential amino acids, vitamins, and minerals. By skipping the smoking process, we preserve these vital nutrients, offering your dog a nutritious and healthy snack.
Easy on the Stomach: Our non-smoked ostrich treats are gentle on your dog’s digestive system. They are free from artificial additives and chemicals, reducing the risk of digestive upset and allergic reactions.
Promotes Health and Longevity: By choosing our non-smoked treats, you are investing in your dog's long-term health. Our products are designed to support their overall well-being, ensuring they live a happy, active, and healthy life.
Conclusion When it comes to choosing treats for your beloved pet, it's crucial to look beyond flavor and aroma. At Savannah Pet Food, we are dedicated to providing high-quality, natural treats that prioritize your dog's health and safety. Our ostrich products, free from the risks associated with smoked treats, offer a nutritious and delicious alternative that you can trust.
Make the switch to Savannah Pet Food's non-smoked ostrich treats today and give your dog the gift of health and happiness.
At Savannah Pet Food, we stand behind the quality of our products with unwavering confidence. We understand the trust you place in us to provide the best nutrition for your furry companions, and we are committed to ensuring your satisfaction.
My puppies LOVE Savannah treats!! They dig in immediately & chew, gnaw & gobble them up as fast as they can! We rely on Savannah products to keep our pups happy & healthy!!
My pup loves these bones and I love that they last a long time as he is a very aggressive chewer. Typically he will have a regular bone done in around 15-20 min. These last him hours. To the point where I take it away from him so he can take a break for a while. I have also tried the long bone, the cane bone, the tendon, and the braided one. He loves all of them.
I have given my pup bully sticks, collagen sticks, beef cheeks, cold smoked beef marrow bones and countless treat puzzles, but he would get bored with them after a day or two. We have had these for 4 days and he goes back to it over and over again throughout the day. It is totally his favorite now and worth the price.
My 3 year old Beabull and 6 month old Bernese Mountain Dog are both loving the ostrich bones!! Seems to be easy on their teeth and holding their attention easily, I actually had to take them away after about 30-45 minutes so they would take a break and do something else! Will continue purchasing and cannot wait to try to the other items I purchased!
Didn't think I would be feeding ostrich! But typical percy, he ends up loving it! Will buy again and again. Thanks to savannah pet foods for providing delicious treats! As a bougie dog, he sure keeps his reputation!
Magic immediately took his new bone and ran to his bed to dig in! As you can see, he obviously loves it. You can tell that it’s fresh. Plus, compared to so many other options on the market, there’s plenty of nutritional benefits. The odor wasn’t extremely strong or offensive, either. And lastly, a benefit for me: the Ostrich shaft bone was very affordable.
This runner is a new treat for Reggie. He loves the tendons and jerky but now has another winner. Looks like it’ll take him a while to chew through which is great for time left alone!
My girl Rosie is a massive fan of these treats! I buy the bundle pack, because they don't last long with her. These high value treats are great for training! She very sensitive to a lot of different proteins, so the ostrich treats don't upset her stomach or skin. The ingredients give me peace of mind knowing that they are healthy for her and clean. I'm on my 3rd bundle which I will be doing subscription for now on, since these are #1 must have in our household. Two paws up!
4 month old, 10 lb Tasha loves this Ostrich Runner so much. In between chewing it she plays with it, buries it in her blanket and it keeps her busy for a long time so I can get a puppy break. It keeps her quiet should I need to study or talk on the phone. We’re both very happy.
I have 4 dogs I watch during the day. Two are mine. One is our roommates dog and one is my sons dog. This is the roommates dog. My biggest bone chewer. Owl. He loves all the bones. He’s been chewing them for well over a week now.
This is a great product, somewhere between a bone and a chew. Both my large dogs took their time chewing these and now their teeth sparkle. I can see where chunks of tartar have been scraped off their back teeth and I think the next chew session should take care of it! My 55 pound sighthound ate his in about an hour. The Ridgeback took about 25 minutes.
I send home a bag of these with every one of my puppies that goes to their new home and I get nothing but compliments! They love the long bones they go home with too! This house stays stocked with Savannah products!
We received our very first order yesterday Oct 2nd. From the moment we opened the box our bloodhound went crazy! We gave him the long bone and he gnawed on that non stop for over 2 hrs. He carried it around in between chew sessions! He loved it so much he went to sleep with it!! Def a great choice and we will def continue buying from you guys!!
my one year old puppy maggie loves the cane bone. She's a very aggressive chewer, so the tendon bone did not last long, but this cane bone is a winner.
I ordered the 19” ostrich leg bone for our blue heeler. He destroys toys in minutes sometimes, and we have to be careful about rawhide because it can cause blockages. But this bone is perfect! He immediately carried it off to chew on, and spent an hour happily gnawing on it. I took it away after a while, and this morning he was giving me his herding stare until I realized he wanted his bone. He’s chewing on it right now. It didn’t stain the carpet like dyed bones do. It doesn’t shatter or break. And evidently it tastes delicious (I didn’t taste it). I’m very pleased with my purchase and plan to get a couple of smaller ones for Christmas presents for the smaller dogs in our family.
Thank you customer service for recommending the long flat tendons! My boy was so excited, he carried the package all the way home and tried to open it immediately!
That’s definitely a subscription worthy chew!
My GS really got excited when he saw the bone, kept him occupied for a couple hours. He got to the end of the bone and a piece cracked off the bone, we discarded it. Still enjoys chewing on it !
Daisy has had lots of different chews. This is the first one she has not wanted to give up at bedtime. Notice the side eye look she was giving me, not trusting me to not take it.
My dog has been gnawing on this for a little over a week and loves it. I've not seen any pieces come off that I think would pose a danger to her. I let her have it for about 30 minutes at a time. Great product!
My dogs love thes bones. Of all the bones, antlers, and other chew my dogs have ever been given, these are by far their favorite. They are strong enough to withstand powerful jaws while also breaking down within a reasonable time so thatwe aren't eventually left with half of an old bone that no one wants. It takes them 4-6 weeks, but they finish them off and love every minute of it.
6 month old ultra bernadoodle that has proven to chew through every bone classified as being for tough chewers. Been going for days on the ostrich knuckle. I literally have to take it away from him to give him chewing breaks. Will buy these on repeat 🙌🏻
