A bone that has been dried rather than baked keeps its structure differently to one that has been cooked, and that is the whole reason air-drying is worth mentioning on a chew like this rather than being a footnote.

This is a Paddock Farm Ostrich Metatarsus Bone, air-dried and low in fat. Because nothing is added to it, it is naturally grain and gluten free, and it is high in protein and calcium as a straightforward consequence of being a bone rather than a formulated treat. It is sold as a single piece.

• Air-dried, not baked
• Grain and gluten free
• No artificial colourings or preservatives
• Helps clean teeth as the dog chews and gnaws
• Rich in calcium and protein
• Suitable from 12 weeks

One thing worth knowing. Colour and shape vary piece to piece because this is a natural, unprocessed product rather than a manufactured one, and Paddock Farm ask that broken or small pieces be removed to avoid a choking hazard. It is not suitable for human consumption, which is printed specifically enough on the pack that it is worth repeating here.

Who it's for: owners who want a natural, additive-free chew for a dog that enjoys long-lasting enrichment as much as the chewing itself.