Dental Delights Large Chicken & Parsley Dental Treats
These are dental treats for large dogs, designed to be chewed and help mechanically clean the teeth while providing a chicken-based, grain-inclusive snack. Brown rice and rice flour form the base, with added parsley and peppermint for breath, and calcium to support the hardness of the chew. They’re intended as a supplemental treat rather than a complete diet.
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This is a grain-based dental chew for large dogs that focuses on mechanical chewing action plus added parsley and peppermint for breath. It uses chicken and chicken liver as animal protein sources and is formulated more like a treat than a full meal. It can work well as part of a broader dental care plan that also includes toothbrushing and regular vet cleanings.
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At a Glance
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Strengths
- The chew design with nubs and ridges can help scrape the teeth as your dog chews, which supports daily dental care.
- Chicken and chicken liver provide animal protein and help make the treat more palatable for most dogs.
- Grain ingredients like brown rice and rice flour offer easily digestible carbohydrates instead of being simple fillers.
- Natural preservatives like citric acid and tocopherols help keep the product stable and safe over time.
Considerations
- Chicken and chicken liver may be an issue if your dog has a known chicken allergy or sensitivity.
- At 113 calories per treat, these are fairly calorie-dense, so portions need to be adjusted to avoid unwanted weight gain.
- This is not a complete and balanced diet, so it should only be used as a treat alongside a nutritionally complete dog food.
- Dental chews can support oral hygiene, but they do not replace regular toothbrushing and professional dental care.
Full Ingredient List
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Top 5 Ingredients Explained
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Brown Rice Flour
Brown rice flour is a gluten‑free carbohydrate source and functional binder commonly used in kibble, treats and some wet foods to provide digestible complex carbohydrates, a small amount of fiber, B‑vitamins and trace minerals while improving dough texture and extrusion properties. It supplies readily available energy for dogs (who tolerate grains well) but is not nutritionally essential for obligate‑carnivore cats; formulators should account for its caloric contribution, rare rice sensitivities, and the potential for low levels of inorganic arsenic, risks that are minimized by reputable sourcing and balanced diet formulation.
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Rice Flour
Rice flour is a finely milled carbohydrate ingredient commonly used in pet foods as a digestible energy source and as a binder or thickener in kibble, treats, and wet food formulations. It is generally well tolerated by dogs and cats and low in fat, but offers limited protein and essential amino acids (so it should complement animal protein sources), can increase dietary glycemic load which may be relevant for diabetic or weight‑management pets, and may carry low levels of inorganic arsenic depending on sourcing and processing.
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Vegetable Glycerin
Vegetable glycerin is a plant-derived humectant and sweet-tasting solvent commonly used in pet foods and treats to retain moisture, improve texture, dissolve flavorings or vitamins, and enhance palatability. It provides usable calories, is generally regarded as safe for dogs and cats in typical amounts, but excessive intake can cause digestive upset and may be a consideration for diabetic pets or those needing calorie-restricted diets.
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Gelatin
Gelatin, a collagen-derived gelling agent and binder, is commonly used in pet treats, chews and wet foods to improve texture, moisture retention and as an ingredient in joint or skin supplements. It provides collagen-related amino acids (e.g., glycine and proline) that may support joint and coat health but is not a complete protein—lacking essential amino acids such as tryptophan and taurine—so it should not replace balanced animal protein; source and quality (bovine vs. porcine) can matter for dietary preferences and safety concerns.
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Water
Water is an essential nutrient and the primary solvent and moisture component in pet foods, especially wet and canned diets, and is also used in processing and to adjust texture and palatability. It is vital for digestion, nutrient transport, temperature regulation and waste removal in dogs and cats; pets must have constant access to clean water as dehydration can quickly lead to serious health issues and requirements increase with activity, heat, or illness, while moisture in wet food can help meet part of their daily needs.
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Product Details & Brand
Product Specs
Brand
Stella & Chewy's makes raw-inspired food for dogs and cats, including freeze-dried raw patties and morsels, frozen raw, kibble coated with freeze-dried raw, wet food, and meal mixers. Recipes emphasize high animal-protein inclusions with added probiotics, and the food is produced in the company's own facilities in Oak Creek, Wisconsin.
Manufacturer
Stella & Chewy's manufactures its own foods in company-owned facilities in Oak Creek, Wisconsin.
Manufacturing details are compiled from public sources and not independently verified; they may not reflect contract manufacturing or co-packing.
Recall History
No recall is listed for Stella & Chewy's Dental Delights Large Chicken & Parsley Dental Treats.
Source: FDA animal food recall listings back to January 2019 · Checked daily, last on Sep 4, 2026
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