Hello, dog lover! Ever notice how, once your canine buddy starts chomping on whatever his mouth finds, suddenly he is the happiest ever? Well, that’s what dog bones are supposed to be: all in one, a snack and a treasure, and a hygienist. Trying to balance these two aspects-dental requirements versus meeting the need to keep them occupied-is quite an acrobatic feat! Now, let’s talk turkey. Not all dog bones are created equal, from rawhide to ultra-durable nylon-the options can be endless, it would seem, much like browsing through Netflix during a weekend fest of binge-watching. You want it to keep them busy but also do some good in that slobbery mouth. Ever try reasoning with a dog? Yeah, about as easy as herding cats.
So, while they’ll gladly gnaw away, it’s up to you to do the thinking.
Size really matters: between the Chihuahua and Great Dane, there’s much-a lot in common between a bicycle and SUV. Make sure the bone is not too small to cause a choking hazard or to disappear. A very large bone may be like a big weight they are not up to lifting.
Speaking of rawhide, it’s just like cilantro-polarizing.
It’s okay when it’s processed responsibly, but sometimes it can upset little tummies. Boy, oh boy, once your pup finds that bone causing tummy grumbles, even your grandmother’s chicken soup won’t compete.
Ever hear of dental chews? These guys were built to scrape those pearly whites and freshen up your dog’s breath-a godsend during those smelly-kiss moments. Think of them as edible toothpaste, only way, way tastier. Natural bones from a butcher shop? Ah, this is epic romance for the dogs; the smell of marrow sends them nuts. Just make sure they’re raw and big enough not to choke, and also be wary with Frisky that he won’t start setting up his Jurassic Park.