{"title":"Chew Roots for Dogs","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe chew root is the hardest natural product in our range. It comes from the tree heath of the Mediterranean, whose root burls are so dense that even large dogs chew on them for weeks to months. Only fine fibres come loose, no splinters. Our roots are treated with olive oil, which makes them smoother and more interesting for dogs.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"kauwurzel-hund-heidekraut-olivenoel","title":"updog Chew Root for Dogs: Heather Roots with Olive Oil","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe chew that lasts for weeks, without a single calorie\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA dog with a big urge to chew and an owner with a calorie problem rarely go together. Bully sticks and rawhide keep a dog busy, but every chew counts towards the daily balance. And sticks from the woods splinter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eupdog chew root\u003c\/strong\u003e solves both. It consists of the root burl of tree heath, a very hard, fibrous natural wood. While chewing it breaks down into soft fibres instead of sharp splinters, lasts several weeks depending on the dog, and is not eaten but worked on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor finishing, virgin olive oil is added, which makes the root more interesting for the dog without anything chemical coming into play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhich size suits your dog?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eS, about 150 to 300 g:\u003c\/strong\u003e for dogs up to about 10 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eM, about 300 to 500 g:\u003c\/strong\u003e for dogs from about 10 to 25 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eL, about 500 to 750 g:\u003c\/strong\u003e from about 25 kg, and for strong chewers of every size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen in doubt, go one size up:\u003c\/strong\u003e a bigger root lasts longer because the jaw has less leverage. It just must never be so small that your dog could swallow it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery root is a natural product, shape, colour and weight vary within the size class.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is inside\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100 % heather root\u003c\/strong\u003e (Erica arborea) from the Mediterranean region\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinished with virgin olive oil\u003c\/strong\u003e: for better taste, without chemical treatment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSplinter free\u003c\/strong\u003e: breaks down into soft fibres instead of sharp edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong lasting\u003c\/strong\u003e: lasts several weeks depending on chewing intensity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot eaten\u003c\/strong\u003e: does not burden the daily ration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOdourless\u003c\/strong\u003e: suitable for indoors too\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhich dogs is the chew root suitable for?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrong chewers\u003c\/strong\u003e: hard enough to really hold up\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDogs on weight control\u003c\/strong\u003e: occupation without calories\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFood sensitive dogs and allergy sufferers\u003c\/strong\u003e: purely plant based, no animal protein\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePuppies during teething\u003c\/strong\u003e: steers the urge to chew away from furniture and shoes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eUse and safety\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease offer only under supervision and provide fresh water. Once the root has become so small that it could be swallowed, replace it. Chewed off fibres are soft and are passed again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy updog?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eupdog is our house brand for honest chews, made by people who have dogs at home themselves. The root burls are worked by hand, smoothed and treated with pure olive oil. No chemical processes, no additives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long does the root last?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDepending on chewing intensity several weeks, often much longer. It only gets smaller slowly, that is the difference to edible chews.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it really not splinter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHeather root has a fibrous structure. While chewing, soft fibres come loose, not sharp edged splinters, unlike branch or twig wood from the woods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan my dog swallow the fibres?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, that is harmless. The fibres are soft and are passed again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the root suitable for puppies?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, especially during teething. Please choose the right size and offer only under supervision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat if my dog does not take to it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA proven trick: brush a little chicken broth or liver sausage water onto the surface. After that it usually becomes interesting straight away. 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If a wood becomes so small that it could be swallowed, replace it. Chewed off fibres are soft and are passed again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e✨ Why updog?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eupdog is our house brand for honest chews, made by people who have dogs at home themselves. Natural woods, worked by hand, no chemical processes, no additives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e❓ Frequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat if my dog ignores one of the woods?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThat is normal, which is exactly why the set exists. A trick for refusers: brush a little chicken broth or liver sausage water onto the surface. And our 30 day money back guarantee applies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo the woods really not splinter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAll three have a fibrous structure. 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