MollyCustomer review
★★★★★
“Ordered an XL antler, photo of my kid's water bottle for comparison. My red heeler loves it…”
Bought: Whole Elk Antler Chew - Extra Large
Holiday gifts for dog owners
6 Reasons an Antler Makes a Good Gift for the Dog Person on Your List
An antler is a gift you can size with one fact, the dog's weight, so here is how to get it right.
Find your dog's antler
4.6528 reviews
- Naturally shed
- Sourced in the USA
- Veteran-owned
The Gift in Four Steps
| Step | What to do |
|---|---|
| 1. Ask | Text the owner: weight, age, how the dog chews, any tooth trouble |
| 2. Size | Match the antler to the dog's weight (table in reason 3) |
| 3. Pay | Choose One-time purchase so the gift doesn't renew on your card |
| 4. Add the note | Tell them to supervise and retire it when it's small |
Antlers are hard chews and aren't right for every dog. Reason 6 covers who should skip them.
Send the Owner One Text Before You Order
A hard chew is the one gift where the giver's guess can go wrong. The owner knows the dog's weight, age, teeth and chewing habits. You don't, and the antler has to fit all four. One message settles it, and it takes the owner less time to answer than it took you to find this page.
Copy this text. “I'm getting [dog's name] something to chew for the holidays. How much does [he/she] weigh, and is [he/she] a gnawer or a cruncher? Any tooth problems?” If the answer is a puppy, a senior with worn teeth, or a dog that cracks hard things, pick a different gift.
It Does a Different Job Than the Toy Basket
A plush toy is for tugging and tossing. An antler is for lying down with. Naturally shed deer or elk antler is a hard chew that a dog scrapes and wears down over time, so it fills a different slot than whatever is already in the basket. How long it lasts depends on the dog, and we won't put a number on it.
“This antler keeps him busy … The big ones last a while and keeps his interest so I feel like it's a good value.”
Got the dog's weight? Pick the size.
Pick a type and sizeOne Number Picks the Size: The Dog's Weight
Ask for the weight in pounds and read across the row. Weight is the starting point, and chew style matters as much, so a power chewer should go up a size. Prices below are what each antler costs today.
| Dog's weight | Deer | Whole elk | Split elk |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small, 5 to 25 lb | $20.99 (2-pack) | $24.49 (2-pack) | Sold out |
| Medium, 25 to 45 lb | $19.99 | $18.49 | $19.99 |
| Large, 45 to 65 lb | $25.99 | $29.79 | $21.99 |
| Extra Large, 65 to 85 lb | $36.99 | $39.99 | $28.99 |
| Giant, 85 lb and up | $39.99 | $64.99 | $40.99 |
Prices checked November 4, 2026. The store shows the current price at checkout.
Deer
Generally harder and denser than elk. Suits a patient gnawer.
Whole elk
Keeps the dense outer shell around the marrow.
Split elk
The easier start if the owner says the dog ignores hard chews.
When it arrives, it should be too big to fit entirely in the dog's mouth. If you're between sizes, ask the owner before you go up.
Find Your Dog's Antler
1 · Type
2 · Your dog's weight
3 · How to buy
ContinueAntlers are hard chews and can fracture teeth. Not for puppies, seniors with worn teeth, or dogs that crack hard objects. Details below.
It Comes With Facts You Can Put on the Card
Deer and elk shed their antlers every year. Heartland sells naturally shed, Grade A antler sourced in the USA, from a veteran-owned business. It's one ingredient, with no meat and no rawhide. That's three true lines for the card, and no plastic packaging to open on the day.
Grade A is Heartland's own grading, not a third-party certification.
Two Antlers Can Clear Free Shipping
Shipping is free on eligible orders of $50 or more, and standard shipping is $7.95. If the person you're shopping for has two dogs, or you're buying for two friends, two antlers can cross the line. Check the total before you assume it does.
| Two antlers | Total | Shipping |
|---|---|---|
| Large deer + Large deer | $51.98 | Free |
| Extra Large deer + Medium deer | $56.98 | Free |
| Medium deer + Medium deer | $39.98 | $10.02 short of free |
One-time purchase prices, before any discount. Choose One-time for a gift: a subscription repeats the delivery to you.
It Isn't for Every Dog, and the Card Should Say So
Antlers are very hard. They can fracture teeth, and swallowed pieces can cause choking or a blockage. Size, grade and supervision lower the risk but don't remove it. If the owner's answers in reason 1 point to any of these, give a different gift. Ask your vet whether a hard chew suits the dog.
Skip antlers for
- Puppies still losing baby teeth
- Senior dogs with worn or brittle teeth
- Dogs with dental damage or a past tooth fracture
- Dogs that bite down hard with the back teeth
Retire the antler when
- It's small enough to fit entirely in the dog's mouth
- It has a sharp edge or a split that catches a fingernail
- The dog is swallowing pieces instead of shaving the surface
Tell the owner to supervise every session, start with 10 to 15 minutes, and take it away if the dog is biting down hard instead of gnawing.
Dogs Who Got One
Photos and words from Heartland customers. Each card shows the size that owner bought.
Amanda C.Customer review
★★★★★
“This is Thor's second antler. XL size… He's very happy to have his new one.”
Bought: Deer Antler Chew - Extra Large
Altranese M.Customer review
★★★★★
“Good to the last drop! She loved it to the bitter end!”
Bought: Deer Antler Chew - Extra Large
Daniel D.Customer review
★★★★★
“Great product for chewers.”
Bought: Whole Elk Antler Chew - Extra Large
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Questions Gift Buyers Ask
What do I ask the owner?
Four things: the dog's weight in pounds, whether it's a puppy or a senior, whether it gnaws or crunches hard things, and whether it has had any tooth damage. If any answer points to a puppy, worn teeth or a hard biter, pick a different gift.
What if I can't ask the owner?
Then an antler is a risky guess. A hard chew isn't right for every dog, and you'd be choosing size, type and suitability blind. Choose a different gift, or ask someone who knows the dog.
Deer, whole elk or split elk?
Deer is generally harder and denser than elk. A whole antler keeps the dense outer shell intact. Split elk is the easier start if the owner says the dog ignores hard chews at first.
Will it arrive by a certain date?
We can't promise a delivery date from this page. Orders are processed within 2 to 3 business days. Standard shipping is $7.95, and shipping is free on eligible orders of $50 or more. Check the shipping policy and order early for holidays.
What if it's the wrong size?
Our return policy covers items in the condition you received them, so a chewed antler can't be returned. That's why the weight check comes first. See the Returns link below, or email info@heartlandantlers.com.
Should I choose Subscribe & Save for a gift?
Usually not. A subscription repeats the delivery and charges the account that set it up. For a gift, choose One-time purchase.