Whimzees Hedgehog Large are hedgehog-shaped dental chews for large dogs, made from a veggie-based recipe rather than rawhide or animal by-products. Sized for dogs over 18kg, they're designed as a daily chew that doubles as tooth cleaning — a practical option if you'd rather not add a separate dental routine on top of feeding.

The knobbly ridges and hollow body do the work: as your dog chews, the shape scrapes plaque and tartar off teeth and along the gumline, including the harder-to-reach back molars. The recipe is grain-free and free from artificial colours, flavours, and preservatives, with a short ingredient list built around potato starch, glycerin, powdered cellulose, malt extract, lecithin, and yeast.

Owners tend to choose Whimzees when they want a dental chew their dog will actually finish without the questions that come with rawhide. The novelty shape holds a large dog's interest longer than a straight stick, and the vegetarian recipe suits households avoiding animal-protein treats.