Best Natural Bones for Dogs: What I Give My Prize-Winning Pups

Picture a sunny Saturday morning. My 3 fur babies and I are participating in my town's annual "Dog Walk" to support our local animal shelter. We get to strut our stuff for fun prizes like “Fluffiest Fur,” "Mightiest Mini," "Best Senior Stepper," "Most Energetic Tail," and "Best Doggy Trio". Guess which one we're going for.

My dogs are thrilled to be outside, showing off their energy, and, of course, they get to meet other four-legged friends along the way. With the excitement in the air, it’s easy to see how much joy these walks bring—not just to the dogs, but to me, too. And naturally, we never leave the house without our favorite natural bones for dogs for some post-walk treats!

Now, as much as I love spoiling my pups with these fun outings, I also know the importance of giving them healthy dog chew bones that keep them satisfied and safe. So, if you’re here looking for the best natural bones for dogs, I'd love to share some great recommendations that keep my dogs' tails wagging!

Let the best natural bones games begin! These are some long-lasting bones.

Best Natural Bones for Dogs (My Criteria)

I'm pretty picky. Just ask my partner. No, not about everything. I'll try almost anything once.

But when it comes to two things: Health and My Dogs, I don't compromise. So, when I say the best natural dog bones, I don't take those words lightly.

With that in mind, here are my uncompromising criteria for the best chew bones for dogs:

• Single Ingredient: I was only interested in dog bones that don't have things added to them. The flavor of real beef should shine through.
• Sourced in the USA: In the US, the FDA regulates pet food. Plus, the shorter the supply chain, the stronger my confidence that everyone is honest about what's in the dog bone. Finally, I like to support small businesses and local economies. Buying US isn't always practical. But every citizen can help create jobs and improve pay when we make this decision.
• Safety: The best natural dog bones are also the safest. To be safe, a bone must be big enough that my dog won't choke on it but also prepared correctly to the right density with a slow and low-heat cooking process. Kill the pathogens but retain nutrition, flavor, and bone integrity.
• Durability: The most durable bones come from beef cattle, not dairy cows, which unfortunately have weaker bones because they are processed at an older age. I was shocked when I found this out!
• Flavor: Did you know some factories put added sugar and flavoring into unnatural dog bones because they don't taste good? This goes without saying. Bones have a lot of health benefits, but they are also a treat. And that leads to...
• Health Benefits: Natural marrow bones for dogs are filled with bone marrow. It's super nutritious. Collagen, vitamins, minerals, healthy fats, and glucosamine chondroitin to keep senior dogs stepping with less joint pain.
• Grass-Fed: I did say I was picky. But hear me out! Grass-fed beef is higher in omega-3 essential fats, the best fats for humans and dogs. They're also lower in fat overall, especially saturated fat.

Now, onto the best!

My Choices for Best Natural Bones

After testing what feels like a mountain of bones, here are my top picks. These are Bruno, Pixie, and Bailey-approved!

1. Best for Puppies

Disclaimer: I don't have any puppies right now. So, I had to test these bones on my neighbor's puppy. Believe me, she didn't mind.

Puppies have those sharp little teeth, but their jaws aren’t quite strong enough for super hard bones. You need to take extra safety precautions when giving a puppy a bone.

That’s why I love K9 Connoisseur’s Marrow-Filled Doggie Delight Slice Chews for pups. These tiny bones are perfect for smaller mouths and loaded with nutrients like collagen to support healthy growth.

You can find them here on Amazon.

Best for Aggressive Chewers

Both my lab mix, Bruno and my Terrier, Pixie can destroy grocery story bones in minutes. So, this is a category I had to include. For pit bulls, German shepherds, and other dogs that don't seem to know their own strength, these are a must.

The K9 Connoisseur’s Goliath Bone is a beast of a bone that even Bruno can’t destroy in 10 minutes (and believe me, he tries!). It’s huge, natural, and stuffed with delicious marrow. Plus, the bone helps clean his teeth while he chews. So, it’s a win-win.

But honestly, all of the bones on this list can stand up to aggressive chewing. Just make sure they're big enough that your dog can't get the whole bone into their mouth.

Check out the Biggest Bone here.

Best for Mid-Sized Pups

Pixie, my terrier is a solid mid-sized dog, over 15lb but under 50. So, she isn’t exactly small. But she’s not a big dog either.

For mid-sized dogs like her, I love K9 Connoisseur’s Meaty Rib Marrow-Filled Bone. These are just the right size for dogs up to 50 pounds. The marrow is the perfect reward for Pixie after a long walk, and I appreciate that it helps keep her teeth strong and her coat shiny!

I get Pixie's favorite dog bone here.

Best for Large Dogs

Now, Bruno is my big boy, a hefty 50+ pounds of muscle. Large dogs need extra-big bones. K9 Connoisseur’s Champ Bone is a great fit for big dogs who love to chew.

My friend's Great Dane also adores these, and they’re sturdy enough to last for days. The marrow is a healthy, tasty treat. And the bone itself keeps them occupied for hours.

If you have a big dog and want to try these massive dog bones, here they are.

Best for Small Dogs

Now, none of my dogs qualify as a "small dog" under 15lb. These are mostly your toy-sized pups: smaller terriers, Pomeranians, and chihuahuas. You know, the ones who act like they're 10 feet tall when someone knocks on the door. They may be tiny, but they still want the best natural bone for dogs to chew on.

The K9 Connoisseur Natural Meaty Beef Chew Treat Riblets are the way to go. These little bones are just the right size for tiny mouths, and they pack a lot of flavor in every bite. They’re also low in fat and calories, so I don’t have to worry about overfeeding treats.

If your miniature fur baby could order these online, these are the ones they'd choose again and again.

Best Refillable Dog Bone

I like to refill dog bones once the bone marrow is gone so we can get a few extra chewing sessions out of one dog bone. I've even created a bunch of bone refill recipes you can have if you want. But my favorite dog bone to refill is K9 Connoisseur Natural Dynamo Bones.

You can stuff them with healthy treats to keep chew sessions fresh and exciting. The best part? They last forever, and my pups never get bored.

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