Ugly Ones Tremenda Tough Sticks Treat
Verified Aug 28, 2026
A single-ingredient beef bladder chew treat made from free-range, grass-fed cattle, with very high protein and relatively low fat. This is designed as a highly palatable chew for dogs of all ages and sizes, best used as an occasional reward rather than a main calorie source. The tough texture can also help satisfy chewing instincts in many dogs.
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This is a high-protein, single-ingredient beef chew that can work well for most healthy dogs as a tasty occasional treat. The simple ingredient list is helpful for owners who like to know exactly what their dog is eating and can be useful for dogs that do well on beef. Because it’s a rich animal product with concentrated calories, it should be fed in moderation, especially for dogs prone to weight gain or pancreatitis.
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At a Glance
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Strengths
- Single-ingredient treat made only from beef bladder, which keeps the formula simple and easy to understand.
- Very high protein and relatively low fat for a chew, which is helpful if you’re watching your dog’s fat intake.
- Made from free-range, grass-fed beef, which many owners prefer from a sourcing standpoint.
- Tough, chewy texture can help keep dogs occupied and satisfy their natural chewing behavior.
Considerations
- Not suitable for dogs with beef allergies or sensitivities, since beef is the only ingredient.
- As an animal-based chew with 3500 kcal/kg, overfeeding can contribute to excess calories and weight gain.
- Like any chew, there is some risk of gulping or GI upset in sensitive dogs, so supervision and gradual introduction are important.
Full Ingredient List
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Top 5 Ingredients Explained
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Beef Bladder
Beef bladder is typically used as a natural single-ingredient chew or treat that provides a protein-rich source of connective tissue (collagen and elastin) and can help promote chewing and dental abrasion. It is generally low in fat and well-tolerated by many dogs, but owners should supervise use because dried pieces can pose choking or gastrointestinal blockage risks, it may trigger beef allergies in sensitive pets, and it must be properly processed to reduce contamination risk; it is not a significant source of vitamins or minerals.
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
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 Tuesday's Natural Dog Company Ugly Ones Tremenda Tough Sticks Treat.
Source: FDA animal food recall listings back to January 2019 · Checked daily, last on Aug 31, 2026
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