Augie Bones Plant Based Tough Dog Chew Toy

Non-Toxic Plant-Based Chew Toy for Small Dogs Up to 25 lbs

Product Description

Augie Bones Plant-Based Tough Dog Chew Toy in Braised Beef is the Mini size, designed for dogs up to 25 lbs who love to chew. Made primarily from PLA (polylactic acid) derived from cornstarch cellulose, Augie Bones contain no nylon or traditional plastics, making them a non-toxic, biobased, biodegradable, and compostable alternative to conventional tough chew toys. The Braised Beef flavor is AAFCO-certified and blended throughout the bone, not just coated on the surface.

Benefits

• No Nylon or Traditional Plastics: Made entirely from plant-based, biobased materials with no PP, PE, nylon, PET, or ABS, eliminating harmful microplastic ingestion.
• Non-Toxic and Safety Certified: Materials are Prop 65 compliant and have passed third-party toxicity testing for both USA and EU/UK standards, including certification at children's safety levels.
• Flavor Blended Throughout: AAFCO-certified hypoallergenic Braised Beef flavoring is infused all the way through the bone for a rewarding chew from start to finish.
• Tough Yet Tooth-Safe: Engineered to chew like traditional nylon toys while being formulated to a grade that will not harm dogs' teeth during use.
• Eco-Friendly and Compostable: Made from biodegradable, compostable materials; used bones can be industrially composted or recycled, unlike plastic toys that persist forever.

Note: This is a chew toy, not an edible treat or supplement.

Variants

How to Use

Directions for Use

• Size Selection: The Mini size is designed for dogs up to approximately 25 lbs. Choose the correct size to ensure safe and appropriate chewing.
• Supervised Chewing: Always supervise your dog while chewing to monitor wear and ensure safe use throughout the session.
• Replace When Worn: Inspect the bone regularly; replace it when it becomes small enough to pose a swallowing risk to your dog.
• Not for Puppies or Seniors: Augie Bones' tough chew toys are not recommended for puppies or senior dogs with softer teeth or tender gums.
• Dispose Responsibly: Leftover or used Augie Bones can be industrially composted or placed in recycling, as the materials are fully biodegradable.

Additional Information

Precautions

• Supervised Use Only: Always supervise your dog during chewing sessions and do not leave them unattended with any chew toy.
• Correct Size Required: Do not give the Mini size to dogs significantly over 25 lbs, as an incorrectly sized bone can be unsafe for larger, more powerful chewers.
• Not for Puppies or Seniors: The tough chew formulation is not suitable for puppies or senior dogs; a softer formulation is recommended for those life stages.
• Not an Edible Treat: Augie Bones are chew toys, not food. Small pieces that are chewed off are not digestible but will pass harmlessly, leaving no harmful microplastics.
• Monitor for Wear: Regularly inspect the bone for excessive wear or damage, and replace it before it becomes small enough to be a choking hazard.

Shipping & Returns

We offer ground, express, priority, and international delivery; see our shipping policy for details.

For return instructions or product concerns, please refer to our detailed refund policy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: What are Augie Bones Plant-Based Chew Toys made from?

Ans: Augie Bones are primarily made from PLA (polylactic acid) derived from cornstarch cellulose. All other components are biobased, biodegradable, and compostable. They contain no nylon or any other traditional plastics.

Q2: Is the Braised Beef flavor safe for dogs with food sensitivities?

Ans: Yes. The Braised Beef flavoring used in Augie Bones is AAFCO-certified and hypoallergenic. It is blended throughout the entire bone rather than applied as a surface coating.

Q3: What size dog is the Mini Augie Bone suitable for?

Ans: The Mini Augie Bone is designed for dogs up to approximately 25 lbs. For dogs between 30 and 90 lbs, the Mighty size is recommended, and the Mega is designed for dogs up to 125 lbs.

Q4: Are Augie Bones safe if my dog chews off small pieces?

Ans: Small pieces chewed from Augie Bones are not digestible but are designed to pass harmlessly through the dog. Unlike nylon or plastic toys, they do not leave behind harmful microplastics in the body.

Q5: Are Augie Bones toxic to dogs?

Ans: No. Augie Bones are Prop 65 compliant and have passed third-party toxicity testing to USA, EU, and UK standards, including certification at the level required for children's safety products.

Q6: Can puppies or senior dogs use Augie Bones Plant-Based Chew Toys?

Ans: No. The tough chew formulation is not recommended for puppies or senior dogs. The manufacturer offers a softer formulation better suited for puppy teeth and tender senior gums.

Q7: How do Augie Bones chew compared to traditional nylon toys?

Ans: Augie Bones are specifically formulated to chew exactly like traditional tough nylon toys. Dogs whittle the bone down gradually, delivering the same satisfying chewing experience without harmful microplastics.

Q8: Where are Augie Bones manufactured?

Ans: Augie Bones are manufactured, stored, and shipped from Fraser, Michigan, just outside Detroit. The brand is vertically integrated with Titan Bioplastics, controlling its own materials and technology supply chain.

Q9: What should I do with a used or worn-down Augie Bone?

Ans: Leftover or used Augie Bones can be industrially composted or recycled. Unlike nylon and plastic toys, Augie Bones will biodegrade over time and will not persist indefinitely in landfill environments.

Q10: How long does an Augie Bone last?

Ans: Durability depends on the chewer's aggressiveness. Augie Bones are designed to generally last a few weeks to over a month. Regularly inspect and replace the bone once it becomes worn to a size that could pose a choking risk.