My dog treat box is a graveyard of dental chews that haven’t worked for us. Matilda and Cow aren’t impressed by some of them, and maybe I shouldn’t be surprised – some of them smell really bland. Others, they were willing to eat, but caused stomach issues in one or both dogs.
So when I first heard about Yummy Combs, I wondered if we’d be let down again or if we’ve finally found that very special dental chew. Something I could give a few times a week alongside brushing teeth and using dental water additives that the dogs would actually look forward too, rather than try to bury them between the couch cushions.
Today I’m excited to share our experience with Yummy Combs and give you a chance to try them for yourself. The brand, Pet’s Best Life, has generously offered to give away a month’s supply of Yummy Combs to three lucky winners. Scroll to the end of this post to enter for a chance to win!
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What Are Yummy Combs Dental Chews?
A Yummy Comb is a long-lasting chew with a patented, six-sided hexagon shape with hexagon-shaped divots – yes, like a honey comb. It’s firm enough to keep your dog busy for around 5-10 minutes (in our experience) but the thin walls are easy to break down.
Many dental chews for dogs are comprised of vegetable starch, and quite a few of them are vegetarian. That isn’t necessarily a bad thing if your dog has protein allergies, but my dogs just aren’t interested in those.
Yummy Combs are made up of 44% animal protein, with chicken as the first ingredient, so it came as no surprise that my dogs snatched them up right away and went to work on them.
Some good news for us picky pet parents: the dental treats were developed by a board-certified veterinarian nutritionist, they’re recommended by veterinarians, and they’re made in North Kansas City, Missouri.
Why Are Yummy Combs Shaped That Way?
I wondered if Yummy Combs would be awkward for my dogs to chew. After all, most dental chews have a long stick shape that dogs hold between their front paws.
But I’ve noticed that Cow, with her strong jaws, has been able to snap pieces off of stick-shaped chews. She’s thankfully very good about thoroughly chewing each piece, but I always worry about her gulping down a chunk – those long pieces could easily get stuck in her esophagus.
My dogs have no problem chewing their Yummy Combs, as they break down, those thin walls are easy for dogs to chew into pieces that are easy to digest.
As with any other dental chew, always supervise your dog while they enjoy Yummy Combs, and always purchase the correct size. If your dog is a vigorous chewer for their weight, you should size up.
Do Yummy Combs Clean Teeth?
The honeycomb shape is designed to clean between teeth and reach plaque at the gumline.
When my dogs chew stick-shaped dental treats, I notice that they’re mainly working their molars. Molars can be tough to reach with a toothbrush, but my dogs also accumulate tartar on their canines and between their incisors.
It’s pretty cool to see the way the Yummy Combs fit in their mouth and reach more of their teeth. As my dogs gnaw, I can see them shifting the treat from side to side, occasionally pausing to eat small corners. They eat the edges and work their way to the center, so by the time they’re almost finished, the middle has softened.
Like most long-lasting chews, the gnawing action promotes saliva production, which helps keep the mouth cleaner overall. There’s a very noticeable difference in Matilda’s breath right before and after she has her Yummy Comb.
Dental chews are just one part of your dog’s home dental care routine. I still recommend brushing your dog’s teeth as often as you can and using a water additive.
Are Yummy Combs For Toy Breeds?
Matilda is just under 5 pounds in weight, so another reason we struggle with dental chews is because they’re almost always too big for her to eat in one sitting.
The smallest Yummy Comb is recommended for dogs 5.5 lbs to 10 lbs, but it works perfectly for her. It’s small enough that I don’t have to take it away when she’s half done, nor do I have to cut back her dinner to avoid excessive calories in one day.
What Would I Change About Yummy Combs?
The only thing I’d want the Yummy Combs makers to do differently in the future is offer more protein options. Many dogs have a sensitivity to chicken. Thankfully, Cow’s allergy test from 5Strands showed that she is actually fine with it, and she hasn’t had any flare ups since we started giving her the new dental treats.
I’d also like to be able to get them in singles or trial packs. This is true of all dental treats – you normally have to buy a whole bag to see if your dog likes them. That said, my choosy dogs took to them right away, so I don’t think it’s likely your dog won’t love them.
Who Should Use Yummy Combs?
Just about any dog can benefit from these dental treats. Check out the ingredients list. There’s so much to love. They contain glucosamine and chondroitin for joint health, which, by the way, you don’t need to wait until your dog is a senior with joint pain to add to their diet. Turmeric and salmon oil alleviate inflammation, great for allergy dogs like Cow.
Get Your Own Yummy Combs!
You can find Yummy Combs at your local PetSmart, or get them at Amazon and other online retailers.
Enter to win a month’s supply of Yummy Combs!
Must be 18 or older to enter, USA only. Three winners will receive a month’s supply of Yummy Combs for dogs 50 pounds or under. Winners will be notified via email and will need to provide a USA mailing address and their dog’s approximate weight so we can send you the right size treats.
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My dog Max is 15 and I think this product would be just perfect for him. I don’t personally clean his teeth, so whatever help he can get from chewing, would be of great appreciaition!
I have an older chihuahua and most chews are too big for him. These sound perfect! Would love to try them
My pup has a dental cleaning yearly but she would like these chews!
I brush my dogs teeth once a week and give her dental chews. These look like great chews and I’m sure she would love them.
I have two pups that love to chew and so these would be perfect.
We brush his teeth once a week and do dental chews.
my pups would be dancing on their hind legs with excitement!!!
I need these, because I don’t take care of their teeth!
My girl has yearly cleanings at the vet, has dental chews (that don’t seem to make a bit of difference) daily, and I’m working on getting her used to having her teeth brushed. These sound like they’d be a perfect—and actually useful!—replacement for the ones we’re using now. Super important for small dog teeth!
I’d be ecstatic to win this I really think my doggo could benefit from this! Thanks for such a generous opportunity!!!
Good for your dog
I have a little Chi with bad teeth. This would be something she would like.
My dog would love to try these! He’s got killer breath that needs a little help!
My dog would like to try Yummy Combs because she does not enjoy having tooth pain and this would help prevent that from happening.
I admit that I don’t do enough for my dogs teeth. They get dental cleanings but those are expensive. I definitely could use these!
I have 4 small dogs: Lucas, Lucy, Ziggy and Bear and we use dental treats daily. We are always looking for new dental treats.
I tried to click on your Amazon link and it wasn’t clickable for me although the other links were.
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I use chews for teeth health
I have my dogs teeth cleaned by the vet. These would be great to try and I’m sure my 3 pups would love them.
My dog gets a dental cleaning yearly, but always loves a chewy snack!
I use chews for my german shep’s teeth
My babies, Tess and Ferris, would love to try this new dental treat. They are always excited to try new treats. We don’t have to tell them it is good for their dental care too.
With two mature dogs this would be awesome. I’m always looking for new treats
My little chi needs these she hates having her teeth brushed
I can’t wait to try these for my sweet mini schnauzer. She will love them I am sure.
These would be great for my little ones, they have the worst breath!
my dog has bad breath and tarter i would love to win this ty
I don’t do enough to care for my dog’s teeth.
We feed our pups currency food rather than soft to help with their teeth. Thanks!
My dog is 16 I don’t brush his teeth but I buy Dental Chews at the Pet Store .
My dog will love these!
My pup would love this! She hates getting her teeth brushed, so this would deff help!
She gets her teeth cleaned at her annual doggie appointment.
I brush my dog’s teeth but dental chews would be a great choice for keeping my pup’s teeth clean in between brushings!
I am worried about my pups chewing on bones because of splitters so these would be great! Thanks
I use tooth wipes and give her a greenie everyday
These would help my dogs teeth
I do use this dent a sticks for my dog but I would love to win these to try them out thanks for the chance to win them.
Just got an 8 week old mini golden doodle as a birthday/Christmas gift from my daughter/son in law. Love being a puppy mom! Would love to try these…..Thank you for the opportunity! Happy Thanksgiving!
I do brush his teeth and take him every few years into the vet to get cleaned
It would make us both happier if they had fresher breath.
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I take care of my dog teeth so they last longer a they get older, Also it really helps with the bad doggie breath.
My dog is too old to undergo cleanings now- but she loves chewies. I would love for her to try these.
I love that these include Glucosamine for joint health! I have a 3 year old pug/chihuahua mix with hip issues already….
We get our dog’s teeth professionally cleaned once every couple of years but his breath still smells sooo bad.
i think this would be good for my old girl she hates teeth cleaning
I give her chews.
My dogs love their current chews, but I don’t feel like they are really making a difference with their teeth. The shape of these seem like they could work better. Would love to try!
I have an older dog but I give him treats and chews that help clean his teeth.
I would like to try this product because I have been looking for a good preventative way to care for my dog’s teeth and gums!
I noticed little chihuahua mix’s teeth have plaque on them, and her breath has become unbearable. I’ve been unsuccessful at brushing her teeth. I’ve tried water additive without any success. I’ve started using enzyme toothpaste on her teeth (using my finger tip)—she like the taste of this toothpaste. I also just got some Plaque Off to sprinkle in her food—today was first day. Hopefully, these efforts will work.
I’ve also tried several chew toys but our baby doesn’t like them. But she will chew greenies and Nubz teeth chews. Yummy Combs sound like a possibly better option, in combination with the enzyme toothpaste and Plaque Off.
The current dental chews I have seem brittle and too big for my small pup. Yummy Combs would be something I would like to try.
I’ve tried Yummy Combs and my Boston Terriers love them. They’re a nice size and last for more than a few minutes. My dogs always have bully sticks or natural chews available for chewing.
I would love for my dog to give these a try 🙂
I brush my dogs teeth a few times a week.
I brush my dogs teeth everyday, and they get dental cleanings at the vet. The y would love to try these treats because they enjoy new things.
This would be great for my dogs teeth
We typically use greenies but the pups have their own dog tooth brushes too!
I would love to try this on my furbabies teeth. thank you