The Chew

Some dogs are happy with a short walk and a long nap. Others are ready to run the moment the leash comes out. If you share your life with a high-energy dog, you know a bored dog can quickly become a destructive one: chewed shoes, dug-up yards and nonstop zoomies. The good news is that the right mix of physical play, mental challenges and good toys can turn all that energy into fun, focus and a calmer dog at home. Here's how to make the most of outdoor playtime.

Looking for a rawhide alternative or a nylon bone alternative? Compare the most common dog chews and see why pet parents are switching to plant-based.

Your dog doesn't just chew. They chase, fetch, tug, train and carry their favorite toy everywhere. That's why we created BetterBone GO, a plant-based dog bone in a classic bone shape, made for active dogs and the people who love them.

Pet parents increasingly ask what's inside their dogs' food. Now many are asking the same question about toys: What exactly is my dog chewing on? If you're searching for non-plastic dog toys, plastic-free dog toys or more sustainable dog products, you are not alone. But labels like “natural,” “eco-friendly” and “sustainable” don't all mean the same thing. Understanding the material is a better place to start.

Are nylon dog toys safe? Learn what dog parents should know about hard nylon chews, chew toy materials and plant-based alternatives like BetterBone.

Rendered animal ingredients can be useful in pet food, but a non-edible chew toy does not need them. BetterBone keeps animal protein and animal-fat flavoring out by design.

Feedstock origin is not the same as finished material composition. BetterBone's plant polymer begins with GMO-free corn-derived sugars, but extensive processing changes the feedstock into a polymer.

Cellulose is the structural polysaccharide in plant cell walls. In BetterBone, cellulose fibers help create a durable plant-derived composite without relying on nylon or animal protein.

Dogs engage through scent, but an appealing beef- or venison-like profile does not have to come from animal protein. BetterBone uses vegetarian, plant-based scent infusions.

Looking for a safer, sustainable dog chew? BetterBone is the eco-friendly alternative crafted from up to 90% cellulose, with vegetable oils from the European food industry making up the rest. Unlike traditional nylon, polypropylene, and PVC chews, BetterBone is free from harmful chemicals like BPA, PFAS, phthalates, and parabens, ensuring a non-toxic, natural chew for your dog. Our cellulose-based material offers lasting durability, multiple densities for all chewers, and benefits like gentle teeth cleaning and improved oral health. With BetterBone, you’re choosing a product that’s as kind to the planet as it is to your pup.