Not only do our beef chews provide a healthy and enjoyable pastime for your dog's natural chewing habits, it also aids in the relief of boredom, anxiety, and frustration (which often occurs while home alone or in a crate). Chewing the beef chew also helps with the prevention of periodontal disease (which is the receding of the gum line), plaque, and tartar buildup. This is due to the chewing action, which activates the enzymes in the saliva and breaks down the bacteria in the mouth, resulting in improved oral health.