August 24th, 2009
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Your dog can’t help it. He’s genetically programmed to chew stuff. So to spare your shoes the slobber, you do what any self-respecting pet parent can – you serve up the rawhide bones and chews. And just like that, hours pass and your dog happily munches away, cleaning his teeth while he’s at it. So there you have it, rawhide rules. It would be criminal to take it away. Or would it?
Thanks to a great article by veterinarian Lorie Huston, we got a close look at the pros and cons to consider with our vets. Read on for details to share with yours, and ideas to help minimize the risks if you choose to give your dog rawhide chews and bones. Woof Report is a free weekday email newsletter with pup-perfect dog care tips, news, products & more! Sign up at www.woofreport.com or become a Facebook Fan. |
I used to give my three dogs rawhide all the time until Frieda, one of our Berners, choked on a piece of rawhide and almost died. My husband could not help her by doing the Heimlich Maneuver, but on his way to the hospital with Frieda, she threw up the thing. Positive outcome: I became Red Cross dog and cat first aid certified months later. Rawhide is now forbidden at home.
Daniela Caride
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I give Daisy rawhide sometimes. She isn’t a big fan of it though and one piece can last her months. She never chews off big pieces or gulps it. It does give her something to chew on though when she feels like it.