Over the years, I’ve seen a lot of dog’s teeth. And one thing I’ve noticed is that dogs that eat less kibble and dog biscuits and more bones have cleaner teeth. I know what you’re thinking. I too used to believe that kibble was a good choice for feeding dogs. Now I actually think it stimulates the development of tartar.
I’ve created a video that will help you understand more about bones…how to feed them…which ones are best. I’ve made this because while I believe in the benefits of bones, I’m fully aware of the risks when done carelessly or incorrectly. For example, you need to be careful if your dog is a gulper because he could swallow the bone or chicken thigh whole and choke. Also avoid baked bones that are brittle and can splinter. Big beef femurs that have been baked are hard and have been known to break a dog’s tooth.
Even with all the things you need to be careful of, I believe that the right kinds of bones, given under supervision and in the right quantities are very beneficial. Please watch the video below for more on how to use chew bones safely. Tucker says, “Chew for healthier teeth and gums.”
I go into a lot more detail about bones in my new book Dr. Greg’s Dog Dish Diet: Sensible Nutrition for Your Dog’s Health, coming soon from Riparian Press. I’ll soon have a pre-order offer so you can buy this informative book right here on my site.
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I’m looking forward to reading this book.