Barkbox Bright Original Dog Dental Chew Sticks, Plaque and Tartar Cleaning - Small Breeds (30 Chews) Review

4.5 (217) Amazon rating$15.99300+ bought last month

Our verdict

Barkbox's original dental chew stick for small breeds, a 30-count bag built with scrubbing ridges and vitamin C, positioned as an everyday chew rather than a specialty formula.

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Best for

Small dog owners who want a bigger 30-chew bag as an everyday dental stick rather than a premium or specialty option.

Skip if

You want a single, clearly defined flavor, since the listing lists apple as the flavor while the ingredients also reference chicken and thyme.

  • Form Stick
  • Flavor Apple
  • Benefits Promotes Dental Health By Removing Plaque And Tartar, Massaging Gums, And Freshening Breath.
  • Best for Teeth
  • Breed size Small
  • Weight 0.33 Kilograms
  • Priced 19% above the category median ($13.49 across 102 tracked models)

Our scorecard

4.4/5 overall
  • Owner rating4.5/5

    4.5 average across 217 owner ratings

  • Popularity1.7/5

    217 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

Barkbox's Bright Original Dog Dental Chew Sticks come 30 to a bag, listed at 10.6 ounces, with an apple flavor designation alongside chicken, thyme, and vitamin C in the ingredient details. The chews use a limited-ingredient formula with scrubbing ridges meant to contact plaque and tartar and give some gum contact as the dog chews.

At $15.99 for 30 chews, this is one of the more affordable everyday options in this set, working out to roughly 53 cents per chew.

With 217 reviews and a 4.5 star rating, plus around 300 buyers in the last month, it has a solid, if not exceptional, track record for a newer product line.

Pros

  • 30 chews per bag at an affordable per-chew price
  • Scrubbing ridge design meant to target plaque and tartar
  • Includes vitamin C
  • Limited-ingredient formula
  • 4.5 star rating across 217 reviews

Cons

  • Flavor labeling is inconsistent between apple and chicken references in the product data
  • Sized for small breeds only
  • Mid-size review count relative to bigger established dental chew brands

Specifications

Form
Stick
Flavor
Apple
Benefits
Promotes Dental Health By Removing Plaque And Tartar, Massaging Gums, And Freshening Breath.
Best for
Teeth
Breed size
Small
Weight
0.33 Kilograms

Performance notes

The scrubbing ridges are the main mechanical feature here, working alongside the chew's texture to help address plaque and tartar buildup and give some contact with the gumline on each bite.

What buyers say

A 4.5 star average from 217 reviews is positive but still a modest sample, consistent with a newer product line rather than an established bestseller.

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Frequently asked questions

What flavor is this chew?

The listing labels the flavor as apple, though the ingredient details also reference chicken and thyme, so expect a mixed flavor profile rather than a single clean note.

Why does this chew include vitamin C?

Vitamin C is included as a general nutritional add-in. It is not marketed as a treatment for any specific condition, so talk to your vet if you have questions about your dog's overall nutrition.

Is this bag suitable for a medium-sized dog?

This listing is sized for small breeds. Look for Barkbox's other size options if your dog is medium or larger.

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