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Barkbox Bright Original Dog Dental Kit, 30 Teeth Cleaning Chew Sticks & Toothpaste - Small Breeds Review

By Marcus Bell · Dog nutrition editor · Published 2026-05-26 · Updated 2026-06-19

4.2 (303) Amazon rating$28.00200+ bought last month

Our verdict

A two-part dental kit for small breeds that pairs 30 chicken and thyme chew sticks with a tube of dog toothpaste, aimed at owners who want a chewing and a brushing product bundled together.

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Best for

Small dog owners who want to start a fuller at-home dental routine, chewing plus brushing, instead of buying a chew and toothpaste separately.

Skip if

You only want a straightforward chew stick and have no plan to brush, since part of what you are paying for here is the kit format.

  • Form Stick
  • Flavor Chicken, Thyme
  • Benefits Freshens Breath And Cleans Teeth
  • Priced 108% above the category median ($13.49 across 102 tracked models)

Our scorecard

4.2/5 overall
  • Owner rating4.2/5

    4.2 average across 303 owner ratings

  • Popularity2.1/5

    303 owner reviews, fewer than most models here

The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other dog food and health supplements we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.

Overview

The Barkbox Bright Original Dog Dental Kit bundles 30 chicken and thyme flavored chew sticks with a tube of dog toothpaste in a reusable box, built for small breed dogs. The packaging is marked as free of common allergens.

At $28.00, the kit costs more than a bag of chew sticks alone, but it is positioned to give owners both halves of a basic dental routine, chewing and brushing, in one purchase rather than shopping for each separately.

With 303 reviews and a 4.2 star rating, plus around 200 buyers in the last month, it has a respectable but not standout track record compared to single-purpose chew sticks in this category.

Pros

  • Combines 30 chew sticks and a tube of toothpaste in one kit
  • Chicken and thyme flavor
  • Packaging marked as free of common allergens
  • Reusable box packaging
  • Gives small dog owners a starting point for chewing plus brushing

Cons

  • Costs more than a bag of chew sticks bought on its own
  • 303 reviews and a 4.2 rating are solid but not exceptional versus bigger single-product brands
  • Sized for small breeds only

Specifications

Form
Stick
Flavor
Chicken, Thyme
Benefits
Freshens Breath And Cleans Teeth

Performance notes

The chew sticks are meant to work through mechanical chewing action, while the toothpaste is meant to be used separately for brushing, so the kit addresses two different dental care habits rather than one combined mechanism.

What buyers say

A 4.2 average from 303 reviews is respectable, with roughly 200 recent buyers a month suggesting steady, moderate demand rather than breakout popularity.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the kit include a toothbrush?

The kit includes 30 chew sticks and a tube of toothpaste. It does not appear to include a separate toothbrush, so you would use a finger brush or your own brush with the paste.

Is this suitable for medium or large dogs?

This kit is sized for small breeds. Check Barkbox's other listings if you need a version for a bigger dog.

Can the toothpaste be swallowed safely?

Dog toothpaste is formulated to be swallowed since dogs cannot rinse and spit, but always follow the label directions and check with your vet if your dog has any health conditions.

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