rawhide-free sticks are a favorite of my 15-pound, 6-year-old havanese and bichon frise mix, Bella, who has half of one for breakfast every morning. These sticks are harder than most dog treats ...

Instead, he advised to look for safe alternatives including "long-lasting, natural chews that are free of harmful chemicals". "If your dog has ingested rawhide, it's important to monitor them ...