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Free Range Soft Easy Chew Sticks Treats for Puppies & Senior Dogs
Only Natural Pet

Free Range Soft Easy Chew Sticks Treats for Puppies & Senior Dogs

Verified Jun 20, 2026

Dog · Treat Puppy Senior All Breed Sizes

These are high-protein, low-fat beef chew sticks designed as a softer alternative to traditional bully sticks for puppies, senior dogs, and dogs with sensitive mouths. Made from a single beef bladder ingredient, they’re fully digestible and offer a chewy texture that can help encourage chewing. They’re best used as an occasional treat or chew alongside a complete and balanced diet.

Over-the-counter No recalls
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KibbleLab Score
8.4 out of 10

This is a simple, single-ingredient chew that can suit many puppies and senior dogs, especially those who need a softer option than standard bully sticks. The very high protein and low fat content make it a lean treat choice, and the single beef ingredient is helpful if you’re trying to keep the diet straightforward. As with all chews, it should be given in moderation and under supervision, particularly since each stick is relatively high in calories.

The KibbleLab Score (1–10) is assessed from publicly available product data. Our evaluation is science-based, not marketing-based.

Ingredient composition Quality, beneficial additions, absence of artificial colors/flavors
Nutritional profile Protein, fat, fiber evaluated for stated life stage and food type
AAFCO compliance Complete and balanced certification; feeding trials valued higher
Health considerations Sensitivity profile, DCM risk, processing method
9.0 – 10 Top Pick
8.0 – 8.9 Strong Choice
7.0 – 7.9 Solid Option
6.0 – 6.9 Worth a Conversation
Below 6 Not Recommended

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At a Glance

Health Benefits
Dental Care Digestive Health Low Fat
Suitable For
Puppy Senior All Breed Sizes
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Nutritional Perspective

KibbleLab Review

Strengths

  • Single-ingredient chew (beef bladder) can be helpful for dogs that do best with limited, clearly identified ingredients.
  • Very high protein (83% min) and low fat (1% min) make this a lean treat option compared with many other chews.
  • Softer texture than traditional bully sticks can be more comfortable for puppies, seniors, and dogs with dental or oral sensitivity.
  • Fully digestible animal-based chew, which is generally preferable to synthetic or non-digestible chews.

Considerations

  • Contains beef, which is a common food allergen for some dogs; it’s not a good fit if your dog is beef-sensitive.
  • Each treat is relatively calorie-dense (about 69 kcal per stick), so portions should be controlled, especially for small or less active dogs, to avoid unwanted weight gain.
  • As with any chew, there is some risk of choking or gastrointestinal upset if too much is eaten at once or if large pieces are swallowed, so close supervision is important.
Scored using the rubric of an NAVC Certified Pet Nutrition Coach (PNCC). This is informational, not veterinary advice.

Full Ingredient List

Beef Bladder Stick

Ingredients and analysis reflect manufacturer data at the time of our last update and can change without notice. Always check the actual product packaging before feeding.

Ingredient filtering helps identify compatible options but is not a substitute for a veterinary elimination diet.

Top 5 Ingredients Explained

01
Beef Bladder
Beef bladder is typically used as a natural single-ingredient chew or treat that provides a protein-rich source of connective tissue (collagen and elastin) and can help promote chewing and dental abrasion. It is generally low in fat and well-tolerated by many dogs, but owners should supervise use because dried pieces can pose choking or gastrointestinal blockage risks, it may trigger beef allergies in sensitive pets, and it must be properly processed to reduce contamination risk; it is not a significant source of vitamins or minerals.

Nutritional Breakdown

How to read As Fed versus Dry Matter As fed shows the numbers straight off the label, water included. Dry matter removes the water so you can compare a wet food and a dry food fairly.
As Fed
Crude Protein (min)
83.00%
Low High
Crude Fat (min)
1.00%
Low High
Crude Fiber (max)
1.00%
Low High
Moisture (max)
15.00%
Low High
3300
kcal / Kg
69
kcal / Treat
Moderate
Calorie density category
What is calorie density How many calories the food packs per unit. Denser foods mean smaller portions for the same calories.

Product Details & Brand

Product Specs

Lifestage Puppy
Lifestage Senior
Breed size All Breed Sizes
Texture Whole Pieces
Food type Treat

Brand

Only Natural Pet

Only Natural Pet offers a comprehensive range of natural pet foods, supplements, treats, and wellness products focused on holistic and sustainable pet care. The brand appeals to environmentally conscious pet owners seeking high-quality, minimally processed nutrition alternatives for their pets.

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Manufacturer

Company name Only Natural Pet, LLC
Parent company PetSmart, LLC
Founded 2004
Headquarters Boulder, Colorado, USA
Manufacturing type Co Packer
Manufacturing country United States
Manufacturing region Colorado
Manufacturing oversight

Products are manufactured in the United States under strict quality assurance protocols, including adherence to FDA and AAFCO standards. The company emphasizes sustainability, renewable energy use, and third-party testing for ingredient safety.

Manufacturing details are compiled from public sources and not independently verified; they may not reflect contract manufacturing or co-packing.

Recall History

No recalls on record

Only Natural Pet Free Range Soft Easy Chew Sticks Treats for Puppies & Senior Dogs has no recalls since 2014.

Source: FDA Pet Food Recall Database · Monitored daily

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Frequently Asked Questions

Has Only Natural Pet ever been recalled?

We have no recalls on record for Only Natural Pet. We monitor the FDA Pet Food Recall Database daily.

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Product data sourced from manufacturer websites, AAFCO statements, and FDA recall database. Last verified dates reflect our most recent data check.