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Good things
take time.

A dog loves a stick. Obviously. A natural instinct. But as it turns out, not all sticks are created equal...most are not even sticks.

We proudly source our Mānuka wood locally here in Northland, New Zealand, repurposing wood that was cleared and would be discarded as a by-product of local industries.

We ensure 100% of the Mānuka is used—its bark becomes mulch for landscaping, while sawdust, wood shavings, and off-cuts make perfect fuel for wood-fired pizza ovens, BBQs, and smoking meats, thanks to the strong and unique Mānuka aroma.

Handcrafted in New Zealand for slow destruction

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Satisfy their natural instinct

Safe to chew

A natural chew toy - strong and handcrafted to last. Without any animal products, artificial ingredients or additives. Free from plastics or nylon. Splinter-free - fragments are blunt and soft. Mānuka wood has dense aromatic fibres and the chewed-off fragments are edible.

Mānuka wood is one of the hardest woods in the world but softer than bone or antler.

Suitable for dogs with allergies. Bonno is available in five sizes to cater for dogs of all sizes and breeds.

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Enriches your dog’s life

Bonno provides the most natural chewing experience for your dog. Chewing is fun, comforting, satisfying, restful & soothing.

Bonno is the perfect natural alternative for destructive chewers - it tastes better than furniture, not harmful and less expensive.

Natural and eco-friendly

Bonno is made from natural ingredients. Ethically sourced Mānuka is naturally seasoned before being handcrafted into a Bonno chew and finished with New Zealand Flaxseed Oil.

Fast-growing sustainable Mānuka has been used in New Zealand for centuries, valued for its medicinal qualities, honey and strong wood.

Flaxseed Oil is rich in Omega-3 fatty acids, and adds shine, strength & flavour to Bonno.

At the end of its life, Bonno can be discarded into your green space to decompose naturally. Our recyclable product packaging is made from verified sustainable resources.

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Value

Bonno is the long lasting & natural chew. Low in calories, high in fibre, flavoursome and aromatic. Suitable for all dogs. Highly recommended for destructive or bored dogs. The one perfect toy.

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Dental and Oral Health

Chewing helps your dog’s dental and oral health. Its mechanical action helps to scrape off plaque and tartar build-up. This can prevent bad breath.

Regular chewing strengthens your dog’s jaw muscles, contributing to overall good dental health.

Bonno can help during teething when young dogs chew to soothe the pain of sore gums and aid the cutting of adult teeth.

Extra Small Chew

For extra small dogs (up to 5.5kg)

Twin Pack

$25.99 NZD
Small Chew

For small dogs (5.5 – 10kg)

$24.99 NZD
Medium Chew

For medium dogs (10 – 15kg)

$29.99 NZD
Large Chew

For large dogs (15 – 25kg)

$35.99 NZD
Extra Large Chew

For extra large dogs (25kg plus)

$39.99 NZD

When to replace

Regularly inspect your dog's Bonno for signs of wear. Replace it when it's too short to hold, becomes a choking hazard, or if your dog can break off large pieces of the inner wood. Damage like cracking, splitting, or significant wear also means it's time to replace. Since Bonno is made from natural Mānuka wood, exposure to long periods of direct sunlight can cause splitting. Always discard large fragments to ensure safety.

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Ready, steady, chew
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Bonno is made for slow, natural chewing—just like nature intended for your dog.

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Chew in progress
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Your dog finds its favorite spot, slowly wearing Bonno's ends to a smooth shape.

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Still Going Strong
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Wearing down smoothly, but still providing ample chewing time for your dog.

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Mission accomplished
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Most dogs chew for weeks. Replace Bonno when it's too short to grip or may be swallowed whole.

Choose the good chew

Choose a Bonno size that is appropriate for your dog based on its weight and chewing behaviour.
Upsize for strong chewers and check out our FAQs.

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Extra Small
For Extra Small Dogs

(up to 5.5kg)
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Small
For Small Dogs

(5.5-10kg)
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Medium
For Medium Dogs
(10-15kg)
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Large
For Large Dogs

(15-25kg)
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Extra Large
For Extra Large Dogs
(25kg plus)

What our customers say

Great chews to keep
them all entertained

Having 3 dogs I keep an eye out for great chews to keep them all entertained. From a Border Collie, a terrier and toy Poodle cross they love Bonno. It’s robust enough even when the Border Collie left it out for the lawn mower, it is still safe enough for them all to use. Hours of constructive chew time for all.”

– Justine, Tauranga (NZ)
He’s a stick
connoisseur

Our border terrier Alfie loves your Bonno chew. He’s a stick connoisseur who has dragged all sorts of wooden chewables into our house. Your Bonno chews are the favourite as they last well, keeping him well occupied. We hope youkeep making them.

– Sue & Geoff, Auckland (NZ)
The chew itself
lasts and lasts

In the past I have been reluctant to allow my dogs to chew stick type objects. However, when I was given Bonno chews for them to try, I was very impressed. Bonno is soft to chew, this means it doesn't hurt their mouth or cause gum bleeding. The chew itself lasts and lasts. To top it off the bits chewed off are easy to clean up if WonderFul manages to sneak it inside.

– Rosemarie, Auckland (NZ)
I’ve found it’s

great to give Azmin

I’ve found it’s great to give Azmin when I’m training the other dogs and she wants to have something in her mouth which she normally tries to destroy when she’s in high arousal.

– Tarah, Whitianga (NZ)

Bonno Chews are handcrafted from ethically sourced Mānuka wood. Each chew is hand-made and finished with New Zealand flaxseed oil. Ready for it to be destroyed.

Bonno is a 100 % natural, strong chew toy. Made without any animal products, artificial ingredients or additives and free from plastics or nylon. Splinter-free - Mānuka wood fragments are blunt, soft, and the fibrous fragments are edible.

Bonno provides the most natural chewing experience for your dog. Chewing is fun, comforting, satisfying, restful & soothing. Bonno is the perfect natural alternative for destructive chewers - it tastes better than furniture, not harmful and less expensive.

Plastic chews are not natural. They are mainly made from petroleum based products.

Chewing on plastic dog chews leads to the creation of microplastics. They can pose health risks to pets and add to environmental pollution. When dogs chew on these toys, tiny plastic particles can break off and be ingested. Over time, these microplastics can accumulate in their digestive system, potentially leading to health issues. When you dog chews on plastic, it can splinter and create sharp edges that can cut your dog's mouth, throat or cause even worse when ingested.

Bonno Chews are 100% natural. Made from ethically sourced Mānuka wood. It is splinter-free. Mānuka wood fragments are blunt, soft and the fibrous fragments are edible.

There are various reasons. Bones can splinter sharp and pose a choking hazard. Animal bones have a high density that is similar to your dogs' teeth. Whilst your dog is chewing on animal bones, it is likely at some point that your dog's teeth are being damaged.

Ingested large bone fragments can lead to gastrointestinal disorders, vomiting, diarrhea, rectal bleeding, choking and even death.

Raw animal bones can contain harmful bacteria. They also have a certain odor and appearance that may be unwelcome inside your house.

Bonno Chews are 100% natural. Made from ethically sourced Mānuka wood. It is splinter-free. Mānuka wood fragments are blunt, soft and the fibrous fragments are edible. Bonno has a light aromatic pleasant odor. Any left behind fragments are easy to clean up with a brush or vacuum cleaner and can be disposed of in your compost or green waste.

No. Bonno chews are made from Mānuka wood. It is a unique wood. It has tight grains, high density and short fibres, any chewed off fragments or chips are soft.

If you run the chew over the skin of your forearm, you can feel how soft it is. In particular when it has been chewed for some time and has pencil-shaped ends.

We source our Mānuka locally in and around the Bay of Islands and Northland, New Zealand.

Being a resilient pioneer plant that produces countless seeds, Mānuka is one of the first plants to grow after land has been cleared. Within a few years Mānuka establishes if left undisturbed. Land often needs to be cleared of Mānuka for human or other industrial and commercial activities. Being generally clear-felled and destined to be discarded. Our intervention gives a new direction to this otherwise wasted resource.

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