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Collagen Sticks Treat
Tuesday's Natural Dog Company

Collagen Sticks Treat

Verified Aug 21, 2026

Dog · Treat Puppy All Breed Sizes

A high-protein chew treat made from beef-derived collagen, designed mainly as a long-lasting chew rather than a balanced diet. It offers a firm, elastic texture that many dogs enjoy working on while contributing extra protein and minimal fat. Best used as an occasional chew for dogs who tolerate beef well.

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Over-the-counter Pet Sustainability Coalition Accredited No recalls

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KibbleLab Score
8.0 out of 10

Strong Choice

Nutritionally, this is a very high‑protein, low‑fat chew based on beef collagen, intended as a supplemental treat rather than a complete food. It can work well for dogs who enjoy longer-lasting chews and don’t need extra dietary fat. As with any dense chew, it’s important to monitor your dog while chewing and keep portions moderate, especially for puppies and small dogs.

Calorie and portion clarity 6.0
Ingredient composition 8.0
Health considerations 10.0

Computed from 3 of 3 applicable checks. Missing data is skipped, never counted against a food.

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

Nutritional profile Protein, fat, fiber on a dry-matter basis, for the stated life stage and format
Adequacy substantiation Complete and balanced substantiation; feeding trials valued higher
Ingredient composition Screened for unnamed sources, artificial additives, and label protein inflation. Not a quality ranking.
Health considerations Pulse-heavy grain-free (DCM) pattern and recall history
Verified manufacturer evidence A small bonus when we can verify evidence addressing WSAVA selection criteria
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 6.0 Review Carefully

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At a Glance

Marketed Benefits
Where these benefits come from Benefits the manufacturer highlights in its own product marketing. KibbleLab lists them for reference and does not verify these claims.
Joint Care Bone Health Skin Coat Health
Suitable For
Puppy All Breed Sizes
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Nutritional Perspective

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Strengths

  • Very high protein and very low fat, which can suit dogs that need to limit dietary fat while still enjoying a chew.
  • Made from beef collagen, which provides a single, clearly identified animal source.
  • Fewer processing steps than traditional rawhide, which may make it easier to digest for some dogs.
  • Calorie content is provided, which helps you factor this chew into your dog’s daily intake.

Considerations

  • This is a treat, not a complete and balanced diet, so it should make up only a small part of daily calories.
  • Contains beef, so it is not appropriate for dogs with beef allergies or sensitivities.
  • Collagen chews are dense; overconsumption may cause stomach or intestinal upset in some dogs.
  • Puppies, seniors, or aggressive chewers should be supervised closely to reduce any risk of gulping large pieces.
Scored using the rubric of an NAVC Certified Pet Nutrition Coach (PNCC). This is informational, not veterinary advice.

Full Ingredient List

Collagen, Natural Beef Flavor

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
Collagen
Collagen is an animal-derived structural protein commonly added to pet foods and supplements as gelatin or hydrolyzed collagen to support joint, skin and coat health and to provide digestible connective-tissue protein for dogs and cats. It supplies key amino acids such as glycine and proline important for cartilage and skin maintenance but is low in tryptophan and not a complete protein—so it should not replace higher-quality muscle proteins—and pet owners should note source quality and potential allergen/contaminant concerns.
02
Natural Beef Flavor
Natural beef flavor is used in pet food primarily as a palatability enhancer to make formulas more appealing to dogs and cats without adding meaningful amounts of protein, fat, or calories. While it can improve acceptance of medicines or limited-ingredient diets, the term can include concentrated extracts or hydrolyzed beef components, so pets with beef sensitivities should avoid products listing it and quality can vary despite the “natural” label.

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)
75.00%
Low High
Crude Fat (min)
0.25%
Low High
Fiber (max)
1.00%
Low High
Moisture (max)
20.00%
Low High
3000
kcal / Kg
85
kcal / Oz
Low
Calorie density category
What is calorie density How many calories the food packs per unit. Denser foods mean smaller portions for the same calories.

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Product Details & Brand

Product Specs

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

Brand

All-natural, single-ingredient dog chews and treats — odor-free bully sticks, antlers, bones, tendons, tremenda chews, gullets, ears and tracheas — with no chemicals, additives or preservatives at any point in processing. Positioned as a premium natural-chew supplier for independent and boutique pet stores, with the tagline "Dogs need to chew. We make it natural."

Price tier $$$$

Manufacturer

Company name Tuesday's Natural Dog Company
Parent company Independent
Founded 2009
Headquarters Loveland, Colorado, USA
Manufacturing type Contract Manufacturer
Manufacturing country Brazil
Manufacturing oversight

No owned plants; products are sourced from partner processing plants in South America (chiefly Brazil), the USA and Europe, with third-party laboratory testing of every batch for E. coli and salmonella, metal-detection screening, and hand-sorting.

Pet Sustainability Coalition Accredited business seal
Pet Sustainability Coalition Accredited

PSC is a nonprofit that Accredits pet companies on their environmental and social impact, through third-party verification. Tuesday's Natural Dog Company is a PSC Accredited business. View profile

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

No recall is listed for Tuesday's Natural Dog Company Collagen Sticks Treat.

Source: FDA animal food recall listings back to January 2019 · Checked daily, last on Aug 31, 2026

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