Meadow is a heavy chewer, and we're always on the look-out for appropriate chews that will hold up to her powerful chewing, and that are safe. We've tried Barkworthies products in the past, and we've been pleased. Meadow has also had a large hollow bone in the past that she enjoyed. For today's review, Meadow tried out the Barkworthies Large Stuffed Shin Bone (approx. $10.59). 
The Barkworthies Stuffed Shin Bone is about 6 inches long on average, and has a filling of all natural
ingredients including brown rice and bully stick pieces. Barkworthies Shin Bones are made in Brazil. In theory, once the stuffing is gone, you can re-fill the shin bone with peanut butter, or another treat. Meadow has had a hollow bone in the past that we stuffed with peanut butter, so this Barkworthies Stuffed Shin Bone seemed like a nice alternative to a Kong.
The stuffing is not soft or mushy - it's hard. Meadow LOVED this chew and set to work on it immediately. She will keep herself busy chewing on an appropriate chew for over an hour sometimes. After about half an hour, while Meadow happily chomping away, I noticed that she had managed to break off some bone chips from the edges, trying to get at the stuffing. I took it away at that point, and haven't given it back to her. While the chips she was able to break off weren't huge, I've yet to decide whether or not I'll let her chew on this any more out of concern that she can break off bigger, sharp bone chunks. I'd rather err on the side of caution.
While Meadow absolutely loved this Barkworthies Stuffed Shin Bone, I think this size might not be quite strong enough for her heavy chewing. I'd recommend this bone for a smaller dog or less aggressive chewer.
Do you let your dog chew on bones? How do you decide when you will take them away?
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