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Smart Bones SmartFillets are an excellent natural alternative to rawhide chews that dogs love. Mine did.
Have you ever stepped on a chewed up rawhide bone? Honestly, I don’t think there are many foul experiences that top that one. My dogs don’t realize I don’t want them to share the rawhide bones. And once Old Man Oz decided to bring it over and drop it into my hand. Ewwww! So slimy and so foul. My hate of rawhide sent me toward other treats, including whole carrots. While the dogs love carrots, they also want meatier treats every once in a while. I gravitate toward the more natural side of things, even for the dogs. Cleaner dog treats do exist and they’ve tried a few over the years. When Smart Bones offered a bag of treats, I figured it wouldn’t hurt to try something new. Besides, they had me at rawhide-free.
Smart Bones’ SmartFillets are “The Smart Alternative to Rawhide.” Chicken-based, these treats are vitamin-fortified, easy on the teeth, and are not likely to lead to the discovery of an abandoned half-chewed treat. While other Smart Bones products are bone-shaped, Smart Fillets are an alternative chicken jerky. The 5″ strips (plus or minus) are slightly softer than jerky strips my dogs have had in the past. Hubby and I thought they looked like slices of chicken beast. And the first two ingredients in SmartFillets are sweet potato and chicken. Other than the addition of food coloring, I thought the ingredient list was pretty good, especially given the price.
I opened the package and gave one to each pup. One snorted in excitement when she got a whiff of the treat, then ran to her snacking spot. All three snacked in silence and all were satisfied. So satisfied that the morning crazy hyper dog session was cancelled and they snuggled happily. I’m not positive that the SmartFillets were responsible for the mellow time, but a similar mellow session followed a few days later after a treat session.
A re-closeable bag, affordable price, and high dog enjoyment factor make these worth another try. I’ll skip the more expensive chicken and sweet potato treats in favor of these.
If you’re like me and want to give your pups a nice treat, SmartFillets are perfect. They’re available in packages of 10 ($3.99) or 30 ($9.99). The 10 pack will fit nicely in your pup’s stocking. What? I know I’m not the only one who does that! Pick up a pack today and your puppy will thank you.
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Chewing activity promotes healthy dental care.
Learned it is real chicken
I learned that this is made from real, dried chicken breast 🙂
I bet our dog Oakley would love the SmartSticks.
I learned that this is made from real, dried chicken breast and has no rawhide.
They help with digestion. i like that
i learned that chewing helps keep my dogs teeth/gums healthy!
I learned they assist with digestion!
These are good for cleaning teeth, as dogs no longer usually hunt for their own food, so naturally they can’t get rid of tarter.
I found out the Smart Bones comes in 3 flavors, Chicken, Peanut Butter, and Dental.
The SmartBones team, led by Chief Science Officer Dr. Martin Glinsky, one of the pet industry’s leading animal nutrition experts, developed “Veterinarian approved” SmartBones, the newest advancement in the dog chew category, the “Healthy Alternative to Rawhide”. SmartBones is made using extruded, wholesome, grain starch and other vegetables such as Sweet potatoes, carrots and peas, in the place of rawhide and combining it with irresistible chicken jerky. A recent independent digestibility study found it to be highly digestible (over 99% ), actually exceeding the digestibility of all dog foods. When compared to other leading rawhide chews for palatability, Smartbones was preferred 9 out of 10 times.
I learned it is the first chew of its kid to be fortified with vitamins and minerals.
i learned that this is the First chew of its kind to be fortified with vitamins and minerals
they aid in digestion
poor dental health even in pets can result in infections, kidney and heart diseases, let alone bad breath. Acids in the mouth can damage the gums resulting in gingivitis which in turn can lead to periodontitis – the leading cause of tooth loss. In addition, all dogs have an inherent desire to chew, especially puppies.
They are easy for pups to digest
I like that they are made with chicken breast. My one dog gets sick from rawhide.
I learned that the SmartFillets are made with real, dried chicken breast, and also promotes healthy dental care.
I learned that they are healthy for the teeth and easily digestible!
I learned that they promote dental care! (chewin)
I learned that they are 99% digestible!
I learned that the Chewing activity promotes healthy dental care
These Chews are patented!
I love that I can trust that this product will not hurt my dog!
i love that it has all the benefits of a rawhide chew without the rawhide!
love the SmartBones Large
I like that they have a peanut butter flavor.
I really like that these have some nutrition — foritified with vitamins and minerals!
The SmartBones Mini’s are so cute. They are available in Chicken, Peanut Butter & Dental Flavors. I learned that Independent digestibility studies show that SmartBones chews are over 99% digestible and tests demonstrate that 9 out of 10 dogs prefer SmartBones chews over the leading rawhide chews. Nice!
I learned that the Smart Bones have a 99.2% digestibility rate.
I did not realize rawhide was unregulated.
I learned that rawhide is unregulated.
My favorite is the SmartBones Medium
I learned that many Veterinarians never endorse dogs chewing rawhide because of concerns about the digestibility and potential choking hazards. Many consumers also have concerns about chemicals used to process rawhide and the general lack of regulation in the leather industry. In addition, processing leather for consumption results in a tremendous amount of toxic waste, which has a negative effect on the environment.
I learned that they have three flavors of SmartBones, peanut butter, dental and chicken.
9 out of 10 dogs like them
Their standards required more than two years of formulation and re-formulation to finally achieve a 99.2% digestibility bone.
I learned they were awarded a Patent in 2009 for one of the decade’s most innovative and unique advancements in the Dog Chew category.
The Smart Chips looks great
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I leanred that veterinarians discourage rawhide for health and safety reasons.
I would love to try the SmartChips for our dog.
my little ralph would like the smartbones in small size he is a miniature dashound
I learned that they are Made with real, dried chicken breast.
I like the smart bones, can’t stand rawhide.
Smart bones are rawhide free.
I like the SmartBones Small in peanut butter.
I would love to try the SmartBones Large. They would be perfect for our big dog.
99% digestible is great
I love that they are 99% digestible ~ thanks for the chance to win!
I learned they are 99% digestable.
Thanks for the chance.
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I learned that SmartBones chews are produced in a food grade production facility where they can formulate and control each and every ingredient. I’d also love to try the SmaryChips. Thanks for the giveaway.
they are 99% digestible
vegetable outside, meat inside
I like that they are 99% digestable for my girl.
99% digestable
I learned they are rawhide free!! wow!
I like it because its natural and not with Rawhide
These are the first chews of their kind that are fortified with vitamins and minerals. I’d especially like to get the peanut butter ones for my daughter Amanda’s Chihuahua Flare and pitbull/bulldog chevy (my granddoggies) to have sent to them as a treat across the country from grandma : )
my dog just loves the rawhide free treats, she gobbles them up
It isn’t mentioned on site, but the chicken comes from China. They say it is safe but the standards are not like here in the states.
i learned that Historically, in the wild, dogs used to tear through the skin of a wild beast to get at the meat, cleaning their teeth naturally in the process. But today’s domesticated dogs eating kibble in a bowl never gets this exercise, and as a result, their canine teeth become disused and plaque can buildup.
I like it because its natural and not with Rawhide.
I learned that they are 99% digestible.
i learned that they are 99% digestable,and 9 out of 10 dogs prefer them.
I learned that they are 99% digestible and that 9 out of 10 dogs prefer them.
I learned that SmartBones chews are produced in a food grade production facility where we can formulate and control each and every ingredient.
I learned that “Independent digestibility studies show that SmartBones chews are over 99% digestible* and tests demonstrate that 9 out of 10 dogs prefer SmartBones chews over the leading rawhide chews.”
I am always concerned about the chemicals used to process rawhide and the general lack of regulation in the leather industry. This bones are amazing!!!
I didn’t know that these are made up of real ingredients like chicken and meat
I like the SmartChips
I learned the products are made with real chicken and meat
I learned that these Smart Bones are fortified with vitamins and minerals. We have a lab and I had heard that rawhide wasn’t really very good for dogs, and checking out this site was very helpful.
I learned that SmartBones are over 99% digestible, which is a higher percentage than most dog food. My dog Otis loves to chew but I don’t want to give him rawhide. Thanks for introducing me to this healthy alternative!
I was surprised to learn that some vets don’t recommend rawhide bones because some dogs can’t digest it.
These smartbones are very digestible with a percentage rate of 99% which is higher than dog foods.
I’d love to try the SmartChips! I like that they come in sizes for small dogs as well.