Blue Buffalo Wilderness Wild Bones Dental Treats (10 oz)

Grain-Free Daily Dental Chews for Large Dogs 50 lbs and Up

Product Description

Crafted from wholesome, natural ingredients, these grain-free dental chews help reduce plaque and tartar buildup, freshen breath, and support healthy teeth and gums with every chew. The bone shape satisfies a dog's natural instinct to chew while promoting daily dental hygiene. Free from corn, wheat, soy, artificial flavors, preservatives, and rawhide, and containing no chicken or poultry by-product meals, these chews are available in four sizes to suit dogs of all breeds and weights, making them a clean, purposeful daily treat the whole family of dogs can enjoy.

Benefits

• Dental Health Support: The chew action works to reduce plaque and tartar buildup on teeth and along the gumline, helping to maintain fresher breath and healthier gums with daily use.
• Satisfies Chewing Instincts: The bone shape and texture are designed to engage a dog's natural urge to chew, making daily dental care both enjoyable and instinctive.
• Grain-Free Formula: Made without corn, wheat, soy, or gluten, making these chews suitable for large dogs whose owners prefer grain-free diets.
• No Rawhide: These chews do not contain rawhide, offering a cleaner and more digestible chewing experience compared to traditional rawhide chews.
• Wholesome Natural Ingredients: Contains no artificial preservatives, colors, or flavors, and is naturally preserved with citric acid, tocopherols, and oil of rosemary.

Ingredients

Potatoes, Potato Starch, Vegetable Glycerin, Powdered Cellulose, Water, Dried Whey, Gelatin, Pea Protein, Sunflower Lecithin, Natural Flavor, Tricalcium Phosphate, Sunflower Oil, Salt, Zinc Propionate, Calcium Carbonate, Preserved with Citric Acid and Mixed Tocopherols, Oil of Rosemary.

Available Variants

Size	Weight Recommendation
Mini	5–15 lbs
Medium	25–50 lbs
Large	50 lbs & up

 

Guaranteed Analysis

Nutrient	Amount
Crude Protein	23.0% min
Crude Fat	3.0% min
Crude Fiber	1.0% max
Moisture	20.0% max
Calcium	1.4% min
Phosphorus	0.75% min

Caloric Content: 2,995 kcal/kg; 170 kcal per bone

How to Use

Directions for Use

• Once Daily: Blue Buffalo recommends feeding one Wild Bone per day for optimal dental care. These chews are intended for intermittent or supplemental feeding and should not replace a regular balanced diet.
• Size Matters: This large size is specifically recommended for dogs weighing 50 lbs and up. Choosing the correct size is important for both safety and effectiveness.
• Not for Puppies or Very Small Dogs: These chews are not appropriate for puppies or dogs weighing less than 5 lbs.
• Always Supervise: Always watch your dog while enjoying a Wild Bone to ensure they chew it sufficiently and do not swallow large pieces whole.
• Fresh Water: Always ensure fresh drinking water is available whenever dental chews are given.

Additional Information

Precautions

• Supervision Required: Always supervise your dog when offering these chews. If your dog attempts to swallow large pieces without chewing, remove the chew immediately to prevent choking or gastrointestinal obstruction.
• Size Selection: Only offer the large size to dogs 50 lbs and up. Giving a chew that is too large or too small for a dog's size can pose safety risks.
• Not for Puppies: These chews are not appropriate for puppies. They are formulated and sized for adult dogs only.
• Dairy-Derived Ingredient: Contains dried whey, a dairy-derived ingredient; dogs with known dairy sensitivities should be monitored when introduced to this product.
• Caloric Awareness: Each bone contains 170 calories; factor this into your dog's total daily caloric intake, particularly for less active or weight-sensitive dogs, and adjust main meal portions accordingly.

Shipping & Returns

We offer ground, express, priority, and international delivery; see our shipping policy for details.

For return instructions or product concerns, please refer to our detailed refund policy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: How many bones come in the 10 oz bag?

 Ans: The 10 oz bag contains approximately 4 to 5 large dental bones. The 27 oz bag contains approximately 10 to 11 bones. Quantity may vary slightly as the product is packaged by weight.

Q2: What size dog are these dental chews designed for?

Ans: These large dental chews are recommended for dogs weighing 50 lbs or more. For smaller dogs, appropriately sized Wild Bones are available in medium and mini sizes.

Q3: Do these chews contain rawhide?

Ans: No, these chews do not contain rawhide. They are made from a blend of wholesome natural ingredients and are free from rawhide, corn, wheat, soy, and artificial preservatives.

Q4: Are these dental chews grain-free?

Ans: Yes, these chews are 100% grain-free and do not contain any grains or gluten. They are made with tapioca starch and potatoes as carbohydrate sources, replacing grain-based ingredients.

Q5: How often should these dental chews be given?

Ans: Blue Buffalo recommends giving one large Wild Bone per day for ongoing dental support. These are intended for supplemental feeding only and should not replace a dog's regular balanced diet.

Q6: Are these chews VOHC accepted?

Ans: No, these dental chews are not accepted by the Veterinary Oral Health Council (VOHC). While they are designed to help reduce plaque and tartar through chewing, they have not received VOHC certification.

Q7: Can puppies have these dental chews?

Ans: No. These chews are not appropriate for puppies or dogs weighing less than 5 lbs. They are formulated and sized for adult dogs only.

Q8: How many calories are in each large Wild Bone?

Ans: Each large Wild Bone contains 170 calories, with an overall caloric density of 2,995 kcal/kg. This should be factored into the dog's total daily caloric intake, especially for weight-sensitive dogs.