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Ostrich Long Tendon Treat
Tuesday's Natural Dog Company

Ostrich Long Tendon Treat

Verified Aug 24, 2026

Dog · Treat Large

A single-ingredient smoked chew made from ostrich tendon, designed as a high-protein, lower-fat treat for dogs. The tough, long shape makes it better suited to medium and large dogs who enjoy a firm, longer-lasting chew. Ostrich can be a useful alternative protein for dogs that don’t tolerate more common meats like chicken or beef.

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KibbleLab Score
9.0 out of 10

Top Pick

This is a simple, single-ingredient chew that can work well for many medium and large dogs needing a leaner, higher-protein treat. Using ostrich tendon provides a novel protein source, which may help some dogs with sensitivities to more common meats. As with any tough chew, it’s best used under supervision and given to dogs that are accustomed to firmer treats.

Ingredient composition 8.0
Health considerations 10.0

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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
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8.0 - 8.9 Strong Choice
7.0 - 7.9 Solid Option
6.0 - 6.9 Worth a Conversation
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At a Glance

Marketed Benefits
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Allergy Support Low Fat Endurance Support Weight Management
Suitable For
Large
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Nutritional Perspective

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Strengths

  • Single-ingredient ostrich tendon makes this a good option for dogs needing a very limited-ingredient treat.
  • Ostrich is a novel protein for many dogs, which can help if they react to common meats like chicken or beef.
  • The tough, long texture can offer prolonged chewing time for larger dogs that enjoy a firmer chew.
  • Lower fat content makes it a reasonable choice for dogs who need to watch their fat intake in treats.

Considerations

  • The tough texture may not be ideal for very small dogs, seniors with dental issues, or dogs that gulp chews quickly.
  • As a treat and not a complete diet, it should make up only a small portion of your dog’s overall daily calories.
  • Smoked products can be very appealing to dogs but should still be fed in moderation, especially in dogs with sensitive stomachs.
Scored using the rubric of an NAVC Certified Pet Nutrition Coach (PNCC). This is informational, not veterinary advice.

Full Ingredient List

Ostrich tendon

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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Ostrich Muscle Meat
Ostrich muscle meat is used in pet foods as a high-quality, novel animal protein—lean and rich in essential amino acids—often featured in limited‑ingredient or hypoallergenic formulas for dogs and cats. It supplies iron and B vitamins and is lower in fat than many red meats, but novel proteins can still trigger allergies in some animals, muscle meat alone must be balanced or supplemented to form a complete diet (cats also need adequate taurine), and raw feeding carries pathogen risks unless handled and prepared safely.


Product Details & Brand

Product Specs

Breed size Large
Texture Whole Pieces
Processing method Smoked
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.

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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 Ostrich Long Tendon Treat.

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

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Has Tuesday's Natural Dog Company ever been recalled?

We have no recalls on record for Tuesday's Natural Dog Company. We track the FDA's animal food recall listings back to January 2019 and publish every pet food recall automatically. A filing that isn't pet food may not appear here.

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