Pet parents should always supervise their dog while chewing a bully stick. Ensure the size and thickness match your dog’s size and chewing strength. In addition to our top picks for safe ...

Young dogs may find “teething relief” by fetching, carrying, and just chewing on sticks. Thus a young dog might find an interesting stick and carry it around to chew on for this reason.

However, your dog might find the next best thing with Petstages Dogwood Calming Chews. Made with composite hemp and wood, they're a safe alternative to branches and sticks that can splinter.