Wisconsin Dog Chew Maker Turns Flawed Batch Into $25,000 Shelter Donation

As a massive animal lover who has adopted several dogs from local shelters, I absolutely love hearing stories about people and companies finding creative ways to help dogs in need, and this one out of Milwaukee, Wisconsin totally gave me goosebumps!

Dogs' Favorite Toys

Right now I have two big Doodle dogs under the age of 4 at home, and both of them still LOVE to chew on stuff. Thankfully, their chewing obsessions don't stray beyond bones, balls, and the occasional stuffed animal my kids left lying on the floor, but one thing is for sure: they are powerful chewers and can destroy toys in less than 30 minutes.

For a dog toy to have a chance of survival in my house, it needs to be tough and stuffing free.  I'm always on the lookout for new toys my dogs will love and that are a high quality that lasts. Then I found a company in Milwaukee, Wisconsin called Mumbies.

What Is Mumbies?

Mumbies was created in August 2023 by a Wisconsin man named Bradley Will who was looking for safe, natural dog treats and chews for his Pit Bull rescue named Mumble who can literally chew through everything.

All of Mumbies' chews are made from upcycled coffee wood that can withstand powerful chewing, and what I love even more is that for a portion of the proceeds from every purchase is donated to animal rescue organizations!

Mumbies' Manufacturing Mistake Turns Into a $25,000 Donation

Mumbies is obviously a company that takes the quality of their products very seriously, so when they received a shipment from their manufacturer that was flawed, they decided to make lemonade out of lemons.

Bradley Will told WTMJ in Milwaukee:

The toys had cracks. Some were big, and others were small. Regardless, the chews were still safe and usable, but not appropriate to sell.

If we were going to sell this at retail value, it would probably be a little over $25,000, maybe a little bit more.

Since the toys were still usable, Bradley Will decided to do the next best thing: donate $25,000 worth of products to local animal rescues in need!

How awesome is that?!

If you have a dog, please do me a favor. Go to mumbies.com right now and order something special for you pup and help support this extraordinary small business. I just ordered two of the Original Chews for my dogs, and I know they are going to love them!