Short answer
Earthbones dental chews come in four sizes from 46 to 243 kcal per chew, made from chickpea flour, vegetable glycerin and pea starch, with no animal-protein ingredient among those we recorded. They are not on the VOHC list, so there is no council-reviewed claim. One chew exceeds the WSAVA treat budget at every example weight.
- Fits: dogs from 3 lb up whose owners want a chew without chicken or animal protein among the ingredients we recorded, and accept that it has no VOHC claim.
- Skip or check first: dogs on a calorie limit, owners who want a council-reviewed plaque or tartar claim, and dogs with a legume sensitivity.
- Caveat: one chew is above the WSAVA treat budget at every example weight below, and the seller allows up to two a day.
What this page rests on
Everything about the product comes from the Earthly Pet product page for the chews, which we checked on October 13, 2026 and show as plain text, not linked, because Earthly Pet is a store. The VOHC status comes from the VOHC accepted products list, where Earthbones does not appear. We do not test chews on dogs, and the seller's own claims are reported as claims, not facts.
Earthbones dental chews key facts
- Seller
- Earthly Pet. The page we checked does not name a manufacturer, so we do not name one
- VOHC
- Not on the list we checked on October 13, 2026: no claim and no seal year
- Minimum age
- Not published on the seller page we checked (2026-10-13)
- Feeding
- Up to 1–2 bones per day, described as preventive and not a replacement for veterinary cleaning or brushing
- Texture
- Rough and chewy (seller page)
- Grain-free
- Not stated on the seller page we checked. No cereal grain is among the ingredients we recorded
- Contains chicken
- No chicken among the ingredients we recorded
- Made in
- USA, from domestic and imported ingredients (seller page)
Sizes by dog weight
| Size | Dog weight | kcal per chew | Chew size (inches) | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tiny | 3–10 lb | 46 | 2.25 x 0.75 x 0.3 | Seller page (not linked) |
| Small | 10–20 lb | 76 | 3 x 1 x 0.4 | Seller page (not linked) |
| Medium | 20–50 lb | 118 | 3.5 x 1 x 0.5 | Seller page (not linked) |
| Large | 50 lb and over | 243 | 4.25 x 1.25 x 0.6 | Seller page (not linked) |
The chews are larger and denser in energy than most dental chews: the Large is 243 kcal against 142 for the Greenies Large. The page does not publish chew weight in grams. The Medium band is wide (20 to 50 lb), so a 22 lb dog and a 50 lb dog receive the same 118 kcal.
Calories and ingredients
The list begins chickpea flour, vegetable glycerin, pea starch, tapioca starch and water, then natural flavor, calcium carbonate, parsley flakes, citric acid, zinc propionate, peppermint oil and rosemary oil, and more after that. The seller's guaranteed analysis gives protein at least 8%, fat at least 2%, fiber at most 2%, ash at most 3.5% and moisture at most 20%. We do not call the chew vegan or grain-free: the page we checked makes neither claim.
WSAVA recommends keeping treats under 10% of daily calories (WSAVA, Feeding treats to your dog). Dividing each size by the budget at an example weight shows that a single Earthbones chew exceeds the budget for the dogs shown, so the chew should replace part of the meal, not sit on top of it. Ask your veterinarian for your own dog's number.
| Size | kcal per chew | Chew as % of a daily treat budget, by dog weight |
|---|---|---|
| Tiny | 46 | 9 lb: 24 kcal budget, chew = 192% |
| Small | 76 | 13 lb: 32 kcal budget, chew = 238%; 18 lb: 40 kcal budget, chew = 190% |
| Medium | 118 | 22 lb: 47 kcal budget, chew = 251%; 33 lb: 64 kcal budget, chew = 184%; 44 lb: 79 kcal budget, chew = 149% |
| Large | 243 | 55 lb: 94 kcal budget, chew = 259%; 77 lb: 121 kcal budget, chew = 201%; 99 lb: 146 kcal budget, chew = 166% |
What the seller says, and what we could check
The seller page describes natural enzymes and laboratory digestibility testing. We have not verified either statement and found no VOHC listing for the product. A VOHC listing would mean a trial accepted by the council; without it, nothing here supports a plaque or tartar claim, and we make none.
Who should skip Earthbones
- Dogs on a weight or calorie plan, until a veterinarian has set the daily budget.
- Owners who require a VOHC plaque or tartar claim.
- Dogs with a pea or chickpea sensitivity.
- Puppies: the page we checked gives no minimum age.
Frequently asked questions
Are Earthbones dental chews VOHC accepted?
No. The product does not appear on the VOHC accepted list we checked on October 13, 2026, so it has no council-reviewed plaque or tartar claim.
What are Earthbones dental chews made of?
The seller page lists chickpea flour, vegetable glycerin, pea starch, tapioca starch and water first. We recorded no chicken or other animal-protein ingredient among them. Allergies and sensitivities are a question for your veterinarian.
How many calories are in an Earthbones chew?
By size: Tiny 46 kcal, Small 76, Medium 118 and Large 243, at 3,800 kcal per kg. The seller allows up to two a day, so the daily total can be double.
Do Earthbones dental chews work?
We cannot say. The seller reports natural enzymes and laboratory digestibility testing; we have not verified either, we run no tests, and the product has no VOHC claim.
Are Earthbones chews good for dogs?
We rate no product from a label. Published facts: no animal protein among the ingredients we recorded, high calories per chew, and no VOHC listing. Ask your veterinarian whether it suits your dog.
Alternatives and comparisons
A VOHC-listed claim: Greenies Original (plaque and tartar) or Milk-Bone Brushing Chews (tartar). No chicken: Whimzees Brushzees or VeggieDent FR3SH. Related reading: dental chews for upset stomachs and allergies, do dental chews work, the Best dental chews table, the VOHC accepted list and the calorie calculator. Side by side with a VOHC-listed chew: Earthbones vs Greenies. By dog size: dental chews for small dogs and dental chews for large dogs.
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Sources
- Earthly Pet: Fresh Breath Dog Dental Bones (Earthbones) product page (seller page, not linked), accessed October 13, 2026. Sizes, kcal, ingredients, guaranteed analysis, feeding, origin and the seller's claims.
- VOHC: Accepted products, accessed October 13, 2026. Earthbones is not on the list.
- Veterinary Oral Health Council, accessed October 13, 2026. Council home page; the seal attaches to named products.
- World Small Animal Veterinary Association: Feeding treats to your dog (June 2024), accessed October 13, 2026. The 10% guidance and treat budgets.