Pumpkin Spice Dental Sticks Treat
Verified Jun 10, 2026
A plant-based dental chew for dogs, made primarily from sweet potato and citrus fiber with added ground oyster shell to help mechanically scrape plaque and tartar from the teeth. This treat is low in fat, relatively high in fiber, and flavored with pumpkin spice to make daily oral care more enjoyable. It’s intended as a supplemental chew for medium and large dogs rather than a complete diet.
This is a thoughtfully designed dental treat that relies on sweet potato and fiber rather than meat, with ground oyster shell added to support the mechanical cleaning action on teeth. The low fat and relatively high fiber content can work well for many dogs as an occasional chew, especially if you’re watching calories. As with any dental treat, it should be used alongside, not instead of, tooth brushing and regular veterinary dental care.
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At a Glance
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Strengths
- Uses sweet potato and citrus fiber as simple, easily recognizable plant-based ingredients, which can suit dogs that don’t need extra rich, high-fat treats.
- Ground oyster shell provides an abrasive texture that can help with plaque and tartar removal during chewing.
- Low fat (0.5% minimum) and relatively high fiber (15% maximum), which can be helpful for dogs that benefit from lower-calorie, higher-fiber treats.
- Clear calorie information per treat (about 70 kcal), which makes it easier to factor into your dog’s daily intake.
Considerations
- Very low protein (4% minimum) and plant-based formulation mean this is not a high-protein treat; it’s more of a functional chew than a nutritional boost.
- Each stick is about 70 calories, so for small or less active dogs this can be a sizable portion of their daily calorie allowance and should be counted toward their total intake.
- Contains coconut glycerin and pumpkin spice flavoring, which are well tolerated by most dogs but may not suit those with very sensitive stomachs.
Full Ingredient List
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
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Sweet Potato
Sweet potato is used in pet foods as a digestible carbohydrate and source of soluble fiber, vitamins (notably beta‑carotene), minerals and antioxidants, often helping with stool quality and serving as a binder or energy ingredient. It is generally well tolerated by dogs and can support gut health, but because cats poorly convert beta‑carotene to vitamin A and require preformed vitamin A from animal sources, sweet potato is not a substitute for meat-based nutrients; its relatively high carbohydrate content also means portion control is advised for overweight or diabetic pets and it should be cooked for best digestibility.
02
Citrus Fiber
Citrus fiber is a plant‑based source of soluble and insoluble fiber derived from the pulp, peel and membrane of citrus fruits and is commonly used in pet foods as a binder, water‑holding agent and texture stabilizer to improve kibble structure and wet‑food viscosity. It can support gastrointestinal health and stool quality and aid caloric dilution for weight management, but it is not a significant source of vitamins or protein, should be used in moderation to avoid digestive upset (cats have lower fiber needs than dogs), and must be properly processed to remove bitter oils and minimize any citrus sensitivity concerns.
03
Coconut Glycerin
Coconut glycerin is a plant-derived glycerol used in pet foods as a humectant and mild sweetening/texture agent to retain moisture, improve mouthfeel and palatability, and serve as a solvent or mild preservative in soft treats, toppers, and wet formulas. It provides easily metabolized calories and is generally safe for dogs and cats in small amounts, but high levels can cause gastrointestinal upset or laxative effects, so manufacturers should ensure purity, account for added calories, and note that it is not the dog-toxic sweetener xylitol.
04
Oyster Shell
Oyster shell is used in pet foods primarily as a natural source of calcium (mainly calcium carbonate) to help meet dietary calcium requirements for bone growth, maintenance, and metabolic functions in dogs and cats. It is a convenient calcium supplement but must be balanced with dietary phosphorus to maintain an appropriate Ca:P ratio; excessive use can lead to hypercalcemia or mineral absorption issues, so products should follow AAFCO/NRC guidelines and be sourced/tested to avoid contaminants.
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Pumpkin Spice
Pumpkin spice is a seasonal blend of spices (commonly cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves and/or allspice) used in pet treats and occasional formulations mainly for flavor and aroma rather than as a nutritive ingredient. While some spices contain small amounts of antioxidants and may support digestion in tiny doses, the blend provides negligible macronutrients and can cause gastrointestinal upset or, in rare cases (notably nutmeg), toxicity in dogs and cats if consumed in large amounts, so owners should avoid products with high spice concentrations and watch for added sugars or unsafe additives.
Nutritional Breakdown
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Product Specs
Brand
A line of Crumps' Naturals dental chews designed to help clean dogs’ teeth naturally using ingredients like sweet potato and oyster shell for abrasive texture.
Visit Plaque BustersManufacturer
Crumps' Naturals manufactures all its treats in-house in their own facility in Ontario, maintaining strict quality control and ensuring the use of North American ingredients. They follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and are regulated under Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) oversight for pet food safety.
Manufacturing details are compiled from public sources and not independently verified; they may not reflect contract manufacturing or co-packing.
Recall History
Plaque Busters Pumpkin Spice Dental Sticks Treat has no recalls since 2014.
Source: FDA Pet Food Recall Database · Monitored daily
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