Your dog loves to chew, and you want to save your shoes, kids\u2019 toys, and furniture from destruction. Have no fear! Here at Mighty Pet, we know there are several opinions on what is okay and not okay to let your dog chew on. Here\u2019s the poop scoop\u2026 we\u2019ve made it easy for you! Here is the wonderful blog all about BONES! What bones to buy, how some bones differ from others, why dogs love to chew bones in the first place, and so on!<\/p>\n
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Dogs are Natural Born Chewers!<\/u><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n So, first things first. Dogs need to chew! It\u2019s part of their normal behavior. If they don\u2019t chew, they are being deprived of an important daily function. Pets that don\u2019t have access to chewing bones are more likely to become destructive chewers. Dog chewing provides pleasure, and most importantly, can promote healthy teeth and gums \u2014 enter: the dog bone.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n What Is the Right Bone for Your Dog?<\/u><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n Make smart bone choices! Fresh, raw meaty bones from a reputable pet food company are the best choice. Be careful with cooked, smoked, or dehydrated bones. The act of cooking the bone changes the structure and removes all the moisture from the bone, which is what dogs LOVE! When bones are cooked or dehydrated, they are more likely to splinter than raw bones, and this can cause gums to bleed. Ouch! Don\u2019t cut bones either! This can cause more splintering, and that\u2019s a no-no! If you have to cut a bone, it\u2019s too large for your pup! But, more on bone size later! At Mighty Pet, we KNOW our BONES! Here\u2019s a quick run-down of different bone types so you can make the right choice for your dog!<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Choosing the Right Bone Size for Your Dog!<\/u><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n Pick the correct size bone for your pet! Too small, and it could be a choking hazard, too big, and it could cause the dog to overindulge. Uneaten pieces or splinters of bone should be removed and disposed of to mitigate choking hazards!<\/p>\n Regularly chewing is safe, but you should often check your pets\u2019 gums for abrasion or cracked teeth. Have your vet check your dogs\u2019 teeth regularly for periodontal disease. Some breeds are more prone to issues than others and may require regular vet teeth cleaning.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Offering Bones to Your Dog Safely<\/u><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n When offering bones, you always want to make sure it is done safely. Always supervise your pet with\u00a0ANY NEW<\/strong>\u00a0chew item. If your pet hasn\u2019t been introduced to bones, move slowly; offer one bone every few days to make sure the pet doesn\u2019t overindulge and get a tummy ache! Another thing to remember\u2026 start slow! Offer one bone every few days. Set a time limit of 20-30 minutes and remove what isn\u2019t finished. Throw out any un-eaten portion within 24 hours.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Be Cautious of Rawhide.<\/u><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n Let\u2019s face it, dogs love rawhide bones, but If they\u2019re not chewed long enough and broken down properly, they can be a choking hazard and bind up in the digestive tract. It\u2019s crucial that the rawhide bone you choose is the right size for your pooch to better avoid choking hazards. Finally, you\u2019ll also want to be careful with how your rawhide bone is processed, as chemicals used to process them can be harmful to your pup\u2019s tummy!<\/p>\n <\/p>\n When Bones Aren\u2019t the Answer<\/u><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n If you are not comfortable feeding your dog bones due to choking hazards, splintering, or any other health concern, seek out the many \u201cbusy\u201d chewing toys like Starmark, Nylabone, Kong, Benebone, and Planet Dog. Of course, you must also know your dog\u2019s destruction abilities, boredom level, and what type of chewer they are! You don\u2019t want to pick something too light and have them destroy it, or too hard and have them damage their teeth! Chewing bones is not a one-size-fits-all solution, so be patient and do a little trial and error until you know your dog\u2019s chewing style!<\/p>\n If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to our pet professionals here at your local mom and pup store, Mighty Pet! There\u2019s a wide variety of bones, chew toys and more available online at MightyPet.net! Here\u2019s to happy pups and happy chewing!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Your dog loves to chew, and you want to save your shoes, kids\u2019 toys, and furniture from destruction. Have no fear! Here at Mighty Pet, we know there are several […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":807,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"gallery","meta":{"nf_dc_page":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[8],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-805","post","type-post","status-publish","format-gallery","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-news","post_format-post-format-gallery"],"yoast_head":"\n\n
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