- ⏱️ 6 min read
- 🐶 For dogs
- 🦴 Strong chewers
- 🍯 Honey dipper shape
Your dog has already flattened the plush toys and started on the table legs. You want a chew that lasts, and you want to know exactly how to use it safely before you hand it over.
The SodaPup Honey Bone is a honey-dipper-shaped nylon chew made in the USA in four sizes. It can suit strong chewers when it is sized up and supervised, but it is not for every dog. Petstone covers sizing, spreads, wear checks and who should skip the SodaPup Honey Bone nylon chew.
Quick answer
- Pick by weight: Small up to 15 lb, Medium up to 30 lb, Large up to 55 lb, XL over 55 lb.
- When in doubt, SodaPup says to size up.
- Smear xylitol-free peanut butter, soft cheese, wet food or yogurt into the ridges.
- Supervise every session and replace it once it is damaged, badly worn or small enough to swallow.
- If your dog has had broken teeth or dental problems, ask your vet before giving any hard chew.
What is the SodaPup Honey Bone?
According to SodaPup, the Honey Bone is made from FDA-compliant ultra-durable nylon in the USA. It is brown and shaped like a honey dipper, with textured ridges and a pull tab. The Petstone product page adds that the nylon is BPA-free, per SodaPup.
- Small
- Medium
- Large
- XL
Which Honey Bone size fits your dog?
| Size | Dog weight | Length x width | Chew weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small | Up to 15 lb (7 kg) | 4.25 x 1.125 in | 1.0 oz |
| Medium | Up to 30 lb (14 kg) | 5.25 x 1.25 in | 2.0 oz |
| Large | Up to 55 lb (25 kg) | 6.25 x 1.6 in | 3.2 oz |
| XL | Over 55 lb (25 kg) | Not published | Not published |
If your dog sits right at the top of a weight band, or has a big mouth for its weight, go one size up. SodaPup's own rule is "when in doubt, size up", and the whole chew should never fit inside your dog's mouth.
How to use the Honey Bone with spreads
- Check the chew. Look for cracks or sharp spots before each session.
- Add a thin smear. SodaPup suggests peanut butter, soft cheese, wet food or yogurt in the ridges. Use only xylitol-free peanut butter: the ASPCA warns that xylitol can cause low blood sugar, liver damage or even death in pets.
- Freeze it if you like. The Petstone product page suggests freezing the Honey Bone filled overnight for a longer session.
- Stay nearby. SodaPup says to always supervise your dog during chew sessions.
- Put it away afterwards. Check it again, rinse off the food and store it until next time.
How to check wear and when to replace it
SodaPup says roughening and wearing down with chewing are normal. The question is when normal wear becomes a risk. Replace the Honey Bone when you see any of these:
- Damage such as cracks or chunks missing
- Ends worn thin. The ASPCA notes that chewing slowly wears down the ends of durable chews into thin sections that can break off and be swallowed.
- Small enough to swallow, or small enough to fit fully in your dog's mouth
- Sharp edges: many owners replace nylon chews as soon as the ends start to feel sharp
SodaPup says to remove the toy immediately and consult your vet. The ASPCA adds that intestinal blockage requiring surgery can occur, and asks owners to call a vet right away if a dog eats a chunk of chew material.
Who the Honey Bone suits, and who should skip it
✅ A good fit for
- Strong chewers that wreck plush toys
- Dogs that enjoy licking a spread out of ridges
- Owners who can supervise every session
- Multi-dog homes, with a size matched to each dog
⚠️ Not a good fit for
- Dogs with fractured teeth or dental problems, unless your vet agrees
- Unsupervised chewing in a crate or yard
- Dogs that bite off and swallow pieces of toys
- A dog sized into the smaller option to save space
An honest note on hard chews: VCA Animal Hospitals links hard, non-bending chews to fractured teeth, lists nylon chews among items to eliminate, and advises throwing out chews that do not readily bend. SodaPup says its nylon is designed to be softer than a dog's teeth. Those views differ, so Petstone suggests a vet check first if your dog has any history of tooth trouble. If your dog is a good match, you can choose a Honey Bone size at Petstone.
VCA lists chewing on one side, dropping food, drooling, pawing at the mouth, facial swelling and reluctance to chew hard treats. It also notes that many dogs show no signs at all. If you notice any of these, stop hard chews and book a vet visit.
How the Honey Bone compares with other Petstone options
| Product | Type | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| SodaPup Honey Bone | Nylon chew | Strong chewers, supervised, sized by weight |
| SodaPup Honey Pot eCup | Rubber lick cup | Average chewers of about 30 to 90 lb that love licking frozen food; SodaPup says it is not for power chewers |
| American Dog Lucky Dog Hammer Tug | Ballistic fabric tug toy | Dogs that would rather tug with you than chew alone |
| West Paw Dental Sticks, Small | Edible chew | Smaller dogs that need an edible chew; each stick has 101 kcal, so count it as a treat |
Details for the SodaPup Honey Pot eCup, the American Dog Lucky Dog Hammer Tug and the small West Paw Natural Dental Sticks come from each Petstone product page.
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A hard chew, a lick cup, a tug toy and an edible chew, so every chewing style has an option.
SodaPupHoney Bone Nylon Dog ChewFor strong chewers, sized up and supervised.View product
SodaPupHoney Pot eCup Treat DispenserFor average chewers who would rather lick than gnaw.View product
American DogLucky Dog Ballistic Hammer TugFor dogs that love a game of tug with you.View product
West PawNatural Dental Sticks, SmallAn edible chew for smaller dogs, counted as a treat.View product
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FAQ
Which Honey Bone size is right for a 55 lb dog?
The Large is listed for dogs up to 55 lb. Because SodaPup says to size up when in doubt, a dog right at that line, or one with a big mouth, is usually better off with the XL.
Will the Honey Bone splinter?
SodaPup says it does not splinter into sharp pieces the way rawhide or antlers can, and that roughening is normal wear. It still wears down over time, so check it every session and replace it when worn.
Is the Honey Bone flavored?
SodaPup's page does not describe a flavor. To make it more interesting, add a thin smear of a dog-safe spread to the ridges.
Can I leave my dog alone with it?
No. SodaPup says to always supervise chew sessions, and the ASPCA asks owners to actively watch their dog while chewing. Put it away when you leave the room.
Sources
- SodaPup: Honey Bone Ultra Durable Nylon Dog Chew Toy (sizes, material, spreads, sizing advice, supervision, wear and replacement)
- ASPCA: Position Statement on Dog Chews and Treats (worn ends, discarding chews, blockages, supervision)
- VCA Animal Hospitals: Fractured Teeth in Dogs (hard chews and fractures, the bend guidance, signs)
- ASPCA: Thanksgiving Safety Tips (xylitol risks)
Prepared by the Petstone team from product information, brand specifications and common owner questions, drafted with AI assistance and reviewed by a person before publishing.