ValueBull Lamb Ears Smell & Size Issues – Buyer Review

Data basis: This report used hundreds of consumer reviews and visual checks gathered through written reviews and video demonstrations, collected through January 2026. Most feedback came from written reviews, supported by video checks, giving a mixed but consistent signal about product problems.

Do these chews smell or go soft after opening?

Regret moment: Buyers often notice a strong odor or softening on first opening, which can be off-putting to pets and owners.

Pattern & timing: This is a primary issue that appears commonly and is commonly reported during the first days of household storage.

Why it's worse: Natural chews can have smell, but this product shows more frequent spoilage-like changes than typical natural chews, creating usable-life risk.

Are pieces consistently sized or do they break into shards?

• Early sign: Buyers report small fragments immediately after unboxing, which is a safety concern for small dogs.
• Frequency: This is a secondary complaint that appears repeatedly across buyers, not universal but common.
• Cause: The varied shapes listed as a feature translate into uneven thickness and fragile edges.
• Impact: Broken pieces increase choking and cleanup demands during the first few uses.
• Attempted fixes: Owners often pre-inspect and remove tiny shards before handing to dogs.

Will storage and packaging keep these chews fresh?

• Hidden requirement: Buyers need airtight resealing and cool storage to avoid odor and softening.
• Early sign: A moist or oily patch on inner pieces appears if left in original bag too long.
• Frequency tier: This is a primary operational pain noted commonly after multi-day storage.
• Why worse: Many mid-range chews arrive in resealable, more protective packaging; these often arrive in simple bulk packaging.
• Impact: Extra time and cost are needed for storage containers or freezing to maintain quality.
• Fixability: Works if buyers commit to immediate repackaging, but that adds steps buyers may not expect.

Do these treats cause digestive upset or allergic reactions?

• Occurrence: Digestive complaints are a secondary but recurring pattern for sensitive dogs after a few servings.
• When it shows up: Issues typically appear within 24–48 hours of feeding a new chew.
• Scope: Reports are not universal, but they appear across multiple buyers and contexts.
• Why worse: Lamb is marketed for allergy-prone dogs, but some buyers still report stomach upset more often than with other single-protein chews.
• Impact: Extra vet checks or a switch to an alternative protein may be needed for affected pets.
• Attempts: Owners try smaller portions and slow introduction, which sometimes reduces but does not eliminate reactions.
• Hidden cost: Replacing an entire pack because one batch caused issues increases practical cost.

Illustrative excerpts

“Opened pack smelled strong; I had to throw some away.” — primary pattern.

“Many pieces were tiny shards; unsuitable for my small dog.” — secondary pattern.

“Needed to rebag and freeze to stop softening.” — primary pattern.

“My dog had mild vomiting after two chews.” — edge-case pattern.

Who should avoid this

• Owners of small dogs — Size inconsistency and shards raise choking risk more than typical chews.
• Buyers wanting low-maintenance treats — Product often needs immediate repackaging and extra storage effort.
• People sensitive to smell — The odor on opening is commonly reported and may be unacceptable.

Who this is actually good for

• Bulk buyers on a budget — If you accept size variation and repack, you can get many treats per purchase.
• Owners of large, experienced chewers — Big dogs that tolerate natural flavor variation may not mind shorter chew life.
• People who prep food carefully — If you plan to inspect and rebag every piece, you can manage the main issues.

Expectation vs reality

Expectation: Natural lamb ears will be relatively uniform and stable for weeks.

Reality: Many buyers report immediate variation and faster softening, requiring quicker consumption or extra storage steps.

Expectation: Bulk packs give predictable per-treat value.

Reality: Uneven sizes produce a less predictable value per serving than expected.

Safer alternatives

• Choose resealable packs — Neutralizes the storage/odor failure by keeping chews drier longer.
• Buy uniform-processed chews — Reduces the size inconsistency and shard risk by selecting processed sticks or pressed chews.
• Introduce slowly — Neutralizes the digestive risk by starting with tiny portions over a few days.
• Inspect on arrival — Neutralizes packaging damage problems by catching bad batches early and returning if needed.

The bottom line

Main regret: The product's odor and size inconsistency are the primary triggers for buyer disappointment.

Why it matters: These problems create higher-than-normal storage, safety, and replacement effort compared with mid-range chews.

Verdict: Avoid this pack if you want low-maintenance, uniform, or low-odor treats for small or sensitive dogs.