Teething is one of the toughest stages in a puppy’s development. Between 8 weeks and 6 months, puppies chew nonstop to relieve gum pressure, explore textures, and ease discomfort. Offering the right treats during this stage helps soothe their gums while teaching healthy chewing habits.
Below, we break down what treats are safe, what you can give at different ages, and how natural chews like Sweet Potato Slices, Beef Lung Bites, Cow Ear Slivers, and Beef Gullet Sticks can help during teething.
What Treats to Give a Teething Puppy?
Teething puppies need soft or gently chewy treats to avoid damaging their incoming teeth. Some of the best early teething treats include:
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Thin pieces of Sweet Potato Slices
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Soft, airy rewards like Beef Lung Bites
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Gentle, natural chews such as Cow Ear Slivers
These give satisfying texture but won’t stress developing teeth the way harder adult chews might.
What Is the Best Thing to Help a Teething Puppy?
The best relief comes from:
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Cold treats/toys
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Soft or moderate-density chews
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Chewing variety
Many owners freeze treats like Sweet Potato Fries for cooling relief. A frozen washcloth or stuffed KONG also works wonderfully.
What Treats Are Safe for Puppies Under 6 Months?
Puppies under 6 months need treats that are:
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Flexible
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Digestible
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Not too dense
Safe options include:
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Small bits of soft jerky
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Light chews like Cow Ear Slivers
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Crumble-friendly treats like Beef Lung Bites
Around 4–6 months, you can slowly introduce softer chew sticks such as Beef Gullet Sticks , since they’re more pliable than bully sticks.
What Treats Can I Give My 3-Month-Old Puppy?
At 3 months, gums are extremely sensitive. Stick to:
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Soft pieces of Beef Lung Bites
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Very thin slices of Sweet Potato Slices
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Soft training treats
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Gentle, tearable jerky (never hard-dried)
Avoid adult chews like bully sticks until at least 5 months — or even better, wait for full adult teeth.
Natural Chews for Puppies Under 3 Months
Under 12 weeks, the only safe chews are very gentle ones:
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Frozen sweet potato pieces
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Soft training treats
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Frozen KONG fillings
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Airy lung treats like Beef Lung Bites
Some puppies older than 10 weeks can handle Cow Ear Slivers, but always supervise.
Best Chews for Puppies Under 6 Months
As molars come in, you can introduce more texture while staying within the “moderate chew” category.
Great options include:
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Cow Ear Slivers (light, easily digestible)
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Sweet Potato Sticks (soft crunch, no sharp edges)
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Beef Gullet Sticks (softest of the chew-style treats)
These help relieve gum pressure without the risk of cracking baby teeth.
For strong chewers, you can transition later to Bully Bites — still small and manageable.
Frozen Treats & KONG Options
One of the best teething hacks is freezing treats.
Great KONG fillers include:
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Mashed sweet potato
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Banana
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Soft yogurt (in tiny amounts)
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Crumbled Beef Lung Bites mixed into yogurt
Frozen fillings soothe sore gums and keep puppies busy for long stretches.
Final Thoughts
Teething puppies need treats that are gentle, digestible, and soothing. Natural options like Sweet Potato Slices, Beef Lung Bites, Cow Ear Slivers, and Beef Gullet Sticks offer safe textures while helping build good chewing habits. As your puppy grows and teeth strengthen, you can gradually transition into firmer chews.
Comfort, safety, and supervision are the three keys to surviving the teething stage.