Benebone Wishbone Dog Chew Toy, Large

The Benebone Wishbone is a curved chew toy made of nylon and flavored with real bacon, chicken or peanut butter. It is a toy, not a treat: it is not meant to be eaten. This pick is the Large size.

Who it suits

Dogs under about 90 lbs that love to gnaw and ignore plain rubber toys. The wishbone shape lets one end stick up so a dog can grab it and hold it between its paws. Because it is hard nylon, it is best for owners willing to supervise and check it often.

Key facts

• Nylon with real food flavor; Benebone says it is not edible (Benebone)
• Large is listed for dogs under 90 lbs, about 5.8 x 8.0 in (Benebone)
• Five sizes from Tiny to Giant, in Bacon, Peanut Butter and Chicken (Benebone)
• Made in the USA, in a facility that processes nuts (Benebone)
• Replace after about a month, or once more than a sugar cube’s worth is gone (Benebone)

What reviewers say

Vetstreet listed the Wishbone among its top toys for aggressive chewers, pointing to the durable nylon, the real chicken flavor that runs all the way through and the paw-friendly shape, and noting it is a non-consumable chew.

Pros and cons

• Pro: Real flavor keeps many dogs chewing the toy instead of furniture
• Pro: Easy-grip curved shape
• Pro: Clear brand guidance on when to replace it
• Con: Hard nylon carries a tooth fracture risk
• Con: Ends can get sharp and bristly with heavy use

Cautions

• Not food: take it away if your dog is swallowing pieces.
• Always supervise, as Benebone advises.
• Size up: choose the largest size your dog can handle. Too small is a choking risk.
• Replace it when worn or when pieces break off, and smooth sharp ends with a file.
• Benebone warns hard chewing can chip or crack teeth. Vets advise a chew should have some give: if you cannot dent it with a fingernail it may be too hard (Cornell; dvm360).
• Keep it out of homes with nut allergies.