There’s tremendous value in having the right tool for the job. I always think of it like this: a drill is a powerful tool, but only if you have the right bit for the task at hand. Without it, the tool loses its purpose and its power.
That’s exactly how I think about the Bow Wow Buddy®. It's a smart, safety-first device designed to help dogs enjoy all the benefits of long-term chewing, like cleaner teeth, mental stimulation and stress relief, while minimizing the risk of choking or obstruction. But here’s the thing—your tool is only as good as the piece you put in it.
What good is a drill if the bit doesn’t fit? Likewise, what good is a safety device if the chew you’re using with it doesn’t fit securely?
A Perfect Fit Is Not Optional. It’s Essential!
When you use a chew that “kind of” fits, you’re not taking full advantage of the protection the Bow Wow Buddy® was designed to offer. You’re gambling with your dog’s safety, and that’s exactly the situation the device was built to prevent.
We’ve heard the stories of dogs swallowing the last inch of a chew in a split second, only to end up needing emergency surgery, or worse. The Bow Wow Buddy® helps eliminate that risk, but only when the chew fits exactly as intended.
That’s why fit isn’t just a detail—it’s the whole point.
The Incompatible Chew Problem
Let’s talk about what happens when you use chews from other brands.
Most bully sticks and collagen sticks on the market vary significantly in thickness, shape and density. Even if the package says "6-inch stick," the actual diameter may differ considerably from one to the next. This means you might receive one that fits snugly in your Bow Wow Buddy® and then another that’s too thin and slips right out, or too thick and won’t fit at all.
Here’s the dilemma:
You’ve already bought the chew. Now you either:
- Try to force it into the device and risk damaging the Bow Wow Buddy® or the chew
- Give it to your dog without the safety device and hope nothing goes wrong
- Throw it out and lose money
None of those are good options.
This is exactly why we created the SafeFit® chew line at Bow Wow Labs—to take the guesswork (and the risk) out of safe chewing.
What Makes SafeFit® Chews Different?
Every SafeFit® Bully Stick and SafeFit® Collagen Stick is hand-sorted, measured and paired by size to fit perfectly into your dog’s specific Bow Wow Buddy® device. That means when you order a size “thick” chew, it will fit your Medium device every single time.
No guesswork.
No wasted money.
And most importantly, no safety compromises.
That kind of consistency just doesn’t exist anywhere else in the pet industry. And it’s what makes Bow Wow Labs a leader in chew safety innovation.
Why "Close Enough" Isn't Good Enough
Some pet parents ask, “But what if the chew fits most of the time? Isn’t that good enough?”
The answer is simple: No.
When it comes to your dog’s safety, “close enough” can still mean risking everything. Even a slightly loose chew can slide out of the device and be swallowed whole, especially when your dog is deep into chew mode. And once that chew passes the point of no return, you may be facing a dangerous obstruction and an emergency trip to the vet.
Chewing should be enriching, not anxiety-inducing. And when you pair your Bow Wow Buddy® with SafeFit® chews, you eliminate that uncertainty altogether.
Peace of Mind for You. Safe Chewing for Them.
We created this system not just to make chew time safer, but to make it easier for pet parents. There’s enough stress in life. You shouldn’t have to worry every time your dog enjoys a bully stick. With the Bow Wow Buddy® and SafeFit® chews, you know you’re offering a safer, smarter solution that protects your dog from one of the most preventable dangers.
And let’s be honest—dogs love bully sticks. They love to chew. They need to chew. You shouldn’t have to take that away from them out of fear.
This system gives it back to them safely.
Final Thought
Tools are only as effective as the parts they work with. When it comes to your dog’s safety, don’t leave anything to chance. Pair your Bow Wow Buddy® with the only chews designed to fit it perfectly: SafeFit® chews from Bow Wow Labs. Because safer chewing isn’t just possible—it’s simple.
Johnna Devereaux is a Clinical Pet Nutritionist, canine wellness expert and Chief Nutrition Officer for Bow Wow Labs.
* This article is for informational purposes only. It is not, nor is it intended to be, a substitute for professional medical or veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment and should never be relied upon or perceived as specific medical or veterinary advice.
**The points of view expressed above are those of our clinical nutritionist and are supported by science, her education and experience. We are committed to providing the best, most straightforward, and most helpful information possible to help keep your dog happy, healthy and safe.
