Why Ostrich Is the Best Protein for Dogs with Allergies
by
Gerhardus Hanekom
on
Jun 11, 2025
If your dog suffers from food sensitivities, skin irritations, or digestive troubles, you're not alone. Allergies are one of the most common issues dog parents face—and the culprit is often hiding in plain sight: their food or treats.
At Savannah Pet Food, we believe the right protein can make all the difference. That’s why we’ve made ostrich the hero of our product line. But what makes ostrich so special for allergy-prone dogs?
🐾 1. Hypoallergenic and Novel
Ostrich is a novel protein—meaning it's a protein your dog’s immune system is less likely to have encountered. This drastically reduces the chance of triggering an allergic reaction, making it a safe alternative to common allergens like chicken, beef, or lamb.
💪 2. Lean, Clean, and Nutrient-Dense
Ostrich is naturally low in fat and high in protein, iron, and essential amino acids. It supports:
Lean muscle development
Healthy skin and coat
Sustained energy—without the bulk of fatty meats
And because it's air-dried and single-ingredient in our treats, you know exactly what you're feeding your pup.
🌾 3. No Grains, Fillers, or Weird Additives
Dogs with allergies often need to avoid not just proteins, but also grains, dairy, and soy. Every treat and chew we make is 100% grain-free, dairy-free, and additive-free. That means no fillers, no preservatives—just real, ethically-sourced ostrich.
🌍 4. Sustainably Sourced
Our ostriches are raised on wide-open alfalfa fields in South Africa, without hormones, antibiotics, corn, or soy. Ostrich farming uses far less water and land than traditional livestock, making it one of the most eco-friendly animal proteins available.
🦴 5. Chews That Are Safe for Sensitive Stomachs
Unlike bones from harder animals, ostrich bones have a unique honeycomb structure that allows them to crumble rather than splinter. This makes them a great option for allergy-prone dogs with sensitive gums or tummies—especially when supervised.
❤️ Backed by Our 180-Day Guarantee
We know how tough it can be to find a treat your dog can tolerate and love. That’s why all Savannah products are backed by our 180-day satisfaction guarantee. If your dog doesn't love it, we’ll make it right.
Ready to Give Ostrich a Try?
Explore our full range of hypoallergenic ostrich treats and chews and see the difference a clean protein can make:
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.
Tyler’s favorite things are his ostrich tendons. He loves them, they keep him busy and I don’t need to worry that he will choke on them. Great product!
My dogs LOVE your products! I just purchased ten large/long bones!!
If I can’t spoil my dogs who love me unconditionally- and I feel the same way, WHO CAN I SPOIL ???????
I have been ordering for about a year now and have been thrilled with everything. Bodhi has a very sensitive stomach and the ostrich treats and chews have been truly amazing. Thanks for such great products.
Ozzy loves the knee tendon! He likes to play with it first but once he gets going, it's a good two hours of non stop chewing. He's 4.5 months old and we're right in the bad teething stage. This guy has drawn blood just trying to play with my hands but now, he's too busy.
I have to limit them because he's still so young and I need to be sure his stomach can handle them.
So far,so good.
I also bought the chest bones, flats, and long tendons but will space them out and maybe review later.
My nipped hands thank you for offering such a great product. will definitely reorder and recommend
Shipping was quick too.
Luca wasn’t much interested in this at first. It is large but now he really likes it. I take it away for a few days at a time then reintroduce it.. and then he’s at it again!!
Owen & Chanel love the tendon twisters. As soon as they see me pull it out of the treat box they go crazy. 😄 I swear I can almost hear them saying “Hurry up mom!”
I have a little rescue dog that has acid reflux and has a hard time with any treats. This seems to have solved her problem and she loves the treats. I'll be buying more for sure.
His eyes opened wide when I held it out for him. He grabbed it very gently. And then ran into the other room and played with it for a while before he chomped it down. I love your products and so does Henry. 🐶
My baby has bad allergies so I decided to make a purchase, we just received the products and this is day 1 she enjoyed the knee joint today, ate the whole thing!
Tomorrow I am going to give her the big one to chew on, I will let you know!
Thanks for making these products!
A new product and drum roll.......SHE CAN'T GET ENOUGH! I will need to order more of these gizzard strips. Believe it or not she is a picky eater but when it comes to the Savannah products, we are at 100% love for every product thus far. He attitude and her teeth have improved! THANKS YA'LL
Roxy LOVES it. Once it peeled off…and I threw that away…some sharp points, it is great! Highly recommended. Just watch closely until it peels back to solid bone.
My dogs are very aggressive chewers. I was disappointed by just about every dog bone or chew toy. They would be gone within a couple of hours. These bones can last for days. I have not found anything that keeps them occupied for such a long time and stands up to their chewing. I love Savannah
This is the first bone my pup loves this much!! It's football Sunday for us and we always feel bad for her being bored but she's been entertained by this bone all morning! Will definitely buy more!!
