Behind The Bark!

The Paw is real. 🐾 After months of drawings, testing, material decisions and tooling, I finally have the first true Chompster Paw samples made from the actual mold and production material. And, of course, Bodie was the first to test one. The size and grip feel right. The Paw is softer and more flexible than the earlier material samples, stretches and returns to its shape, and works well for carrying, throwing and catching. Most importantly, Bodie loved it. Bodie an

I was preparing to say we were still on track. Then the schedule changed. Hi Bite Testers, I was preparing an update to let you know the Chompster Paw was still on track and moving closer to production. Then, just as I was ready to share it, the manufacturing timeline shifted once again. But before that, here's some great news first. One detail I realized I hadn’t shared yet is where Chompster will be made. It will be manufactured here in the USA by Lake Erie Rubber & Man

Hi, I wanted to share a quick Chompster update with you. The production timeline has shifted a bit due to material timing, and the first molded samples are now expected closer to early September. While that’s later than originally planned, I’m learning that this is part of building a real product, especially one made for dogs to chew. And honestly, I’m choosing to see this as part of the journey. Chompster isn’t just being launched overnight. It’s being built step by step, wi

The silence wasn’t because we stopped. It was because I had to slow down, ask harder questions, continue making safety priority, and make sure the final version was something I’d feel confident giving to Bodie first. This is the Final V5 Chompster Paw moving toward production. The final color will be a natural army green I’ve been dreaming about. The final dimensions show the paw at approximately 6.46" tall, with our signature center grip opening, textured paw pads and grip a

I still laugh a little when I think about that day because I wasn’t supposed to meet Bodie—or Bailey, as I thought at the time. Bailey was the dog name I had picked out for over 20 years of dreaming. But look at him, definitely a Bodie. Anyway, the plan was simple (and very responsible): go meet a litter, see what the vibe was, and head home. No big dramatic moment. No “this is my dog” instant certainty. Just a normal drive, a normal visit, and then back to real life. And th

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Puppy teething is normal. Destruction is optional. The correct plan plus the right teething toys for puppies reduces gum discomfort and teaches what is allowed to chew. This post lists 5 steps for teething relief and basic bite manners. 1. Provide a Variety of Textures (Hard, Soft, and Edible) Different textures deliver different relief. A single toy type increases household target selection. Use a simple chew menu: Rubber: Non-toxic rubber provides rebound and gum pressu