Ugly Ones Braided Collagen Sticks Treat
Verified Aug 18, 2026
This is a high-protein, single-animal–source collagen chew made from beef dermis, designed as a long-lasting treat rather than a complete diet. It provides a dense source of collagen with very little fat, which can be useful for dogs that need to avoid richer chews. The simple ingredient list (collagen with natural beef flavor) may suit dogs who do better with limited-ingredient treats.
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Strong Choice
A simple, collagen-based chew that offers very high protein and minimal fat, making it a reasonable option for many dogs as an occasional treat. The single animal source and straightforward ingredient list are helpful for dogs that need to avoid more complex treats. As with any dense chew, it’s best used under supervision and not as a major part of the daily calorie intake.
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At a Glance
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Strengths
- Very high protein content from beef-derived collagen with minimal fat, which may suit dogs that need lower-fat treats.
- Limited ingredients (collagen and natural beef flavor) can be helpful for dogs who do better with simpler treats.
- Collagen chews are generally more digestible than traditional rawhide for many dogs.
- Calorie content is clearly stated, which makes it easier to 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 portion of total daily calories.
- Dogs with beef allergies should avoid this product since the collagen is sourced from beef.
- The high protein density and chew form mean overfeeding could add significant calories for small or less active dogs.
- As with all firm chews, there is some risk of gulping or tooth damage, so supervision while chewing is important.
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.
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Top 5 Ingredients Explained
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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.
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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
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Product Details & Brand
Product Specs
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."
Manufacturer
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.
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
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Recall History
No recall is listed for Tuesday's Natural Dog Company Ugly Ones Braided Collagen Sticks Treat.
Source: FDA animal food recall listings back to January 2019 · Checked daily, last on Aug 31, 2026
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