- 1+ pound of antler
- Dense exterior with soft interior
- Great for large and x-large dogs
- The heavier the antler, the longer it will last
About the Chew:
This style of chew is cut from the base of an Elk antler. The base is the part of the antler that attaches to the head of the deer, and provides the foundation for the antler growth. Elk have a larger sized antler than most deer, which provides a lot heavier and larger antler to chew on. The outer edge of an Elk antler is dense, but the center contains a soft marrow. This combination provides a great all purpose chew. The dense outside provides hours of chewing time, while the soft marrow is the reward that they look forward too.
About the Deer:
Elk are the second largest deer native to North America. They are a very popular game to hunt in the Rocky Mountains, stretching from New Mexico, to Montana. Each year in the spring, they shed their enormous antlers (sometimes weighing upward of 30 lbs) and begin to grow again. In the fall, they use their antlers to attract mates, protect from predators, and intimidate other males. There are many subspecies of elk around the world, in places like North America, Europe, and Asia.
Disclaimer:
Sheds are like fingerprints. They all have the same general shape, but the details are very different. Although the picture shows a general idea, the color and shape will vary.