Abstract: This invention relates to unitized, compact, chew-resistant products with or without structure-supporting fibers. These products are prepared from animal foods which are preferably in a dry, shelf-stable form such as dried meals, dried fish, dried dairy products, fish meal, fish flour, cereals, flours, carbohydrates, dried fruits, etc., with or without food additives or supplements such as vitamins, minerals, medicinals, etc., for example chemicals, enzymes, etc., capable of removing plaque or tartar frm the animal's teeth, etc. These products are prepared by:(1) Adding sufficient water to wet the product without affecting its free flowing character;(2) Compacting the wetted product at high pressure;(3) Baking the product.