Antler Sizing Guide

Below is a general guide to choosing the most appropriate antler chew for your dog based on their size and weight. You should also take into consideration the chewing habits of your pup when deciding on a Whole Elk Antler, Split Elk AntlerMoose Antler or Whole Deer Antler. If your pup is on the upper edge of a size range or a more vigorous chewer we suggest purchasing the next size up so that the antler lasts longer. A smaller dog can always handle a larger chew but an undersized chew for a larger more aggressive chewer will not last very long. 

** Always supervise your dog while they enjoy their RidgeRunner antler chew. We encourage pet owners to take the time and choose the correct type, size, and density of antler for their dog. Additionally, once an antler becomes too small and might pose a choking hazard, discard and replace it with a fresh one.

 

Choosing the Right Type and Size Antler for Your Chewer:

 

Whole Elk Antlers - These are great for harder chewing dogs that already enjoy antler chews since the marrow is not exposed other than on the cut ends. These antlers are a bigger challenge for your pup and will last much longer. Whole elk antler chews vary in density depending on where they come from. Pieces closer to the base of the antler are very dense and pose a harder chewing challenge, whereas the pieces close to the end of the antler are softer and easier to chew.

 

 

 

Split Elk Antlers - Split elk antlers are either half or quarter split. Split elk antlers are great for puppies, older dogs, lighter chewers or dogs that are new to chewing antlers. These will not last very long for hard chewing dogs but are still a terrific treat. Bear in mind that our split elk antlers are the same average size and weight as the corresponding size whole elk antlers...not half of the whole antler. 

 

Moose Antlers - RidgeRunner offers a variety of styles of moose antler chews for your pup depending on their chewing habits. The base of the moose antler, including the tines, is some of the densest antler available. The base portion has a thick outer bone core and the marrow inside is also quite dense...great for the toughest chewing dogs out there. On the flip side, the paddle portion of the moose is softer with a thin outer bone core and multiple access points to the marrow. These softer paddle pieces are perfect for lighter chewing dogs, puppies, older dogs and occasional chewers while the denser base cut pieces are great for heavy chewers. 

 

 

 

Whole Deer Antlers - Deer antlers are a bit denser than our whole elk antlers. These chews have less marrow and a thicker outer core which makes them great for very hard chewing breeds that need more of a challenge. Please do not hesitate to reach out to me if you have questions on the right chew for your dog.

 

 

 



Petite & Small Sized Antler Chews: These are perfect for Small and Petite sized dogs ranging in size from 5 – 20 pounds such as Chihuahuas, Papillons, Pugs, Dachshunds, smaller terriers and spaniels, Shih Tzu and Miniature Poodles.

 


Medium Sized Antler Chews: These are for Medium sized dogs ranging in size from 20 – 50 pounds such as Beagles, Australian Shepherds, Border Collies, Corgis, Whippets and Scotties.

 

 

Large Sized Antler Chews: These are for Large dogs in the 50 – 70 pound range such as Labs and Goldens, Boxers, Collies, most Sporting Breeds and Huskies.

 

 

Extra Large Sized Antler Chews: These are for Extra Large dogs ranging in size from 70 – 90 pounds such as Akitas, Malamutes, Dobermans, German Shepherds, Rottweilers, English Sheepdogs and Ridgebacks. 

 

 

 Jumbo Sized Antler Chews: These are for Extra Large to Giant dogs that weigh in excess of 90 pounds such as German Shepherds, Rottweilers, Great Danes or Mastiffs.

 

 

 Giant Sized Antler Chews: These are Very Large dogs that weigh in excess of 100 pounds such as Bernese Mountain Dogs, Mastiffs, Great Danes, Irish Wolfhounds and Newfoundlands.

 


     

    Small

    5-20 lbs.

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    Medium

    20-40 lbs.

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    Large

    40-70 lbs.

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    X-Large

    70-90 lbs.

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    Giant

    90+ lbs.

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