Himalayan Yak Chews for Dogs | Handcrafted in the Himalayas Since 2013

A yak chew is a hard, long-lasting dog treat made from yak and cow milk using a traditional Himalayan method called churpi. The milk is mixed with lime juice and salt, pressed into molds, and smoke-dried for weeks until it forms a dense, hard block. The result is a fully digestible, 4-ingredient chew — no additives, no rawhide, no artificial preservatives. Tibetan Dog Chew has sourced its yak chews directly from farming families in Nepal since 2013.

Yes. Yak chews are made from 4 natural ingredients — yak milk, cow milk, salt, and lime juice — with no additives, no rawhide, and no artificial preservatives. They are fully digestible unlike rawhide, and hard enough to keep heavy chewers engaged for hours. Always supervise your dog and choose the correct size based on weight and chewing intensity. When the chew gets too small to hold safely, microwave it for 45 seconds to turn it into a soft cheese puff instead of discarding it.

Yes. Yak chews are made using the same process as traditional Himalayan hard cheese — skimmed yak milk mixed with lime juice and salt, pressed into molds, and aged for up to 30 days into a hard, smoky block. The pressing and drying process removes most of the lactose, making yak chews suitable for most lactose-sensitive dogs. They are formulated as dog chews, not human food.

It depends on your dog's size and chewing style:

• Light chewers: Several days to a week
• Aggressive chewers: A few hours to a day

Yak chews can be picked up and returned to across multiple sessions, making them one of the longest-lasting edible chews available. When the chew gets down to a small nub, don't throw it away — microwave it for 45 seconds and it will puff into a soft, airy cheese treat your dog can eat immediately.

Yes, but only once they are at least 12 weeks old and only under supervision. For teething puppies or small breeds, choose a softer option like our puffed yak chews — gentler on developing teeth and gums. Hard yak chews are not recommended before adult teeth are fully through, as the hardness can damage enamel that is still forming. Once adult teeth are in, introduce harder chews gradually and monitor the first few sessions.

Two to three times per week is the right frequency for most adult dogs. Daily use adds meaningful calories — particularly for smaller or less active breeds prone to weight gain — and increases the risk of digestive upset in sensitive dogs. Treat yak chews as a high-value enrichment chew or reward, not a meal replacement. If you are using them as part of a dental routine, pair with weekly brushing using an enzymatic dog toothpaste for best results.

Stored in a cool, dry place, unopened yak chews can last up to 5 years. The traditional smoke-drying process acts as a natural preservative — no artificial additives needed. Once opened, store in a breathable container or paper bag away from direct sunlight and humidity. Do not refrigerate, as moisture accelerates softening.