What is the shelf life for these chews?
1684470
Based on the use by date of 3/16 on my last purchase, I would say at least a year. Each chew has 500 mg of calcium. I believe the daily standard amount of calcium is 1000 mg., or 2 chews a day. Based on my age of 71 and the fact that I have osteoarthritis, along with my doctor's recommendation, I take 1500 mg (3 chews) a day. Given all this, a bag should last 2 to 3 months based on your individual needs. Shelf life is good, but really should be no issue. Hope this answers your question.
900160
They're freeze-dried so I really doubt that you'd have to worry about sitting around a few months. All the moisture has been taken out so where would bacteria grow? I order it every 2 months, bit if you can't find an expiration date I bet they'd still be fine for 4, 5 or even 6 months. Whwn you look at the expiration date on a jar of peanut butter and it's for a year from now .... I really wouldn't be worried about theese freeze dried treats being 3 months old!
1195589
I've read that the shelf life is at least a year, most likely up to two if it is kept well sealed and in a relatively cool area. I've been impressed witht the packaging on BulkSupplemts products; they seal well and are not prone to ripping, so you should be good to have them sealed and in a cupboard for extended periods.
1150747
I've never had a problem with them being close to expiring from any seller on Amazon. I buy the six bags at a time so I won't have to get them very often. I'd say my dogs go through them one bag per week and a half. BTW they are GREAT for their teeth and breath. Started using them on the recommendation of a veterinary dermatologist for a dog I had with allergies and have kept feeding them since I was so impressed, although that buddy passed away (nothing to do with the treats, he was 14).
325127
I store in the refrigerator, but I don't think I'd keep them for more than three months. I don't know anything about the expiration date.
990960
Don't know the shelf life. You might want to ask the manufacturer. I kept it refrigerated after I opened it.
1590659
Mine were set to expire before 84 days which is how many chews are in the bag. They were also hard, not soft as described in the product description. Avoid.
1726975
it appears to be 2 years, mine says on the bottom "best by 11/16" and since I just received them in 01/15 they were possibly produced 11/14 and marked 11/16 based on a 2 year expected shelf life. With anything like this, and food in general, it is better to consume it sooner rather than later.
785474
they are fresh & expires in July 2014. I would reorder it again in the future. Just be aware that not everyone has strong jaws to chew especially older folks.
2199389
As long as they stay in a fairly dry environment, I haven't found a shelf life. I've had mine for a few months now, living in humid Florida with no AC, and I've had no issues. Keep the packages dry, and they keep for months.
1904041
They have a 2 year shelf life unopened. The quality of this product is unsurpassed. Although not required I refrigerate mine after opening.
1593482
I purchased mine about 6 months ago. Package says use by 9/2015 so I guess that was about 2 years shelf life. As others have stated these last much longer.
1988966
They are slow pressure cooked at a low 240 degrees and have NO EXPIRATION date. A reasonable shelf life is about 12 -15 years but many people believe it may last 30 - 35 years or longer.Roscoeanoutdoorsport
1044798
Miss Hilda, the expiration for the two that I have taken was 7 months from the month that I received them. I chew two a day so that only last a little over two months when I get 60 or 70. I really feel a lot better while taking them.
1026750
As long as they remain sealed in the ziplock bag they are shipped in and stored on a dry cool shelf they should last up to 3 months. Do not refridgerate.
1799167
Yes, they are meant to be chewed. The last batch we bought did have a bit of a fishy taste to them, but it's not unbearable. We just ordered a new batch, so we'll see how they are.
62615
I'm not too sure what the shelf life or storage recommendations are but the pills are individually sealed. I have eaten one well after a year of buying them and it was still good. I would assume just stire them at room temp. I did