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Vets often advise against giving bones to dogs due to potential obstruction risks. Cooked bones are particularly dangerous as they can splinter easily. However, raw or dehydrated bones are safer options because they maintain their original texture. Meaty bones like chicken necks are edible chews, while recreational bones such as buffalo marrow bones offer entertainment and dental benefits.
One of the first things some vets tell pet parents when they visit the vet with their new puppy is “NO BONES”Bones can cause obstruction – granted this is true. But let’s delve deeper into this.Cooked bones are a no-no for all dogs – why? They soften upon cooking and can splinter and cause obstruction.But what about raw bones? Or dehydrated ones? These retain the original texture of the bone, which means that the bone is less likely to splinter and cause obstruction.
But first, what types of bones are there? Meaty Bones (Edible Chews)Recreational Bones (Recreational Chews)Meaty Bones are those that are edible, they may contain soft bone, cartilage that can be easily chewed and swallowed by any dog.
Examples include: Chicken feet, Chicken Necks, Chicken Wings and Goat or Buffalo Tracheas to name a few. You will see your dog enjoying crunching these, and then will proceed to swallow. One thing I always recommend, is if you are giving this to your dog for the first time, hold and allow your dog to chew as this will allow you to observe your dog’s chewing style.
Your dog should basically not GULP, but Chew and swallow. Gulping a meaty bone can cause obstruction.
Recreational Bones are larger bones (like a buffalo marrow bone, buffalo trotter, lamb shank to name a few), which as the name suggests are there to “entertain” your dog. Chewing helps them relax as it releases endorphins, it also has the added benefit of helping with dental hygiene.Contributed by: Anjali Kalachand, Pet Nutritionist All Images Courtesy: istock
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