Pets Dont Give Your Doggy A Rawhide Treat!

tr> When I first brought home my 11 month old Standard Schnauzer, Rosie, I quickly realized she was an “aggressive chewer!” That first week I learned to move anything “interesting” up off the floor and out of her height range. Having Rosie has helped me be a better, neater housekeeper.

I have since learned that with an aggressive chewer, you have to be very careful on choosing what kind of chew toys or chew treats to satisfy them. My older dog will just “gum” rawhide treats. But Rosie was tearing off chunks and we ended up with a vet visit. Luckily no damage was done but the vet warned me that many dogs end up having stomach surgery! Rawhide treats are also chemically processed and have possible bacterial contamination.

Chewing is important for a dog’s mental health as well as helping to keep his teeth clean. The act of chewing keeps your dog occupied and contented. This lead to my decision to find alternate sources to keep Rosie happy and the corners of my couch pillows safe. Bully sticks are 100% beef sticks and you should look for brands that are made in the United States or South America. For more information, please check out http://www.bestbullysticks.com/home/bbs/page_12156/what_are_Bully_Sticks.html.

In looking for a long lasting chew toy, think about Acadia Antlers Moose Antler Chews. Moose antlers do not contain any dyes or preservatives and are a natural source of calcium and glucosamine. These are also long lasting, your dog may be able to chew on this for weeks. Nylabone Dura Chew Wishbone is designed to be chewed. This also has the added benefit of cleaning your dog’s teeth and preventing plaque and tartar build-up. The Chuckit! Ultra Ball is a more durable replacement for giving your dog a tennis ball. Your dog can chew on this without it breaking into chunks. The JW Pet Company Hol-ee Roller Dog Toy is a ball made of durable, natural rubber. It has an open design so you can slip in treats and it comes in four different sizes. The PetProjekt Cozmo Dog Chew Toy is also made of natural rubber. It resembles those “stress” balls that you palm in your hand and squeeze. Please do not play “tug of war” with your dog. This potentially leads to your dog’s front teeth becoming loose over time! My older dog lost her two bottom teeth from this sort of “play.”

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