{"id":11295,"date":"2022-03-25T06:43:18","date_gmt":"2022-03-25T06:43:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-bones-are-safe-for-dogs-teeth\/"},"modified":"2022-03-25T06:43:18","modified_gmt":"2022-03-25T06:43:18","slug":"what-bones-are-safe-for-dogs-teeth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-bones-are-safe-for-dogs-teeth\/","title":{"rendered":"What bones are safe for dogs teeth?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-bones-are-safe-for-dogs-teeth\/#What_bones_are_safe_for_dogs_teeth\" title=\"What bones are safe for dogs teeth?\">What bones are safe for dogs teeth?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-bones-are-safe-for-dogs-teeth\/#Are_dog_bones_bad_for_teeth\" title=\"Are dog bones bad for teeth?\">Are dog bones bad for teeth?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-bones-are-safe-for-dogs-teeth\/#What_is_the_safest_chew_bone_for_dogs\" title=\"What is the safest chew bone for dogs?\">What is the safest chew bone for dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-bones-are-safe-for-dogs-teeth\/#Are_hard_treats_good_for_dogs_teeth\" title=\"Are hard treats good for dogs teeth?\">Are hard treats good for dogs teeth?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-bones-are-safe-for-dogs-teeth\/#Are_bones_OK_for_dogs_teeth\" title=\"Are bones OK for dogs teeth?\">Are bones OK for dogs teeth?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-bones-are-safe-for-dogs-teeth\/#What_is_good_for_dogs_teeth_to_chew_on\" title=\"What is good for dogs teeth to chew on?\">What is good for dogs teeth to chew on?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-bones-are-safe-for-dogs-teeth\/#What_is_the_safest_bone_to_give_a_dog\" title=\"What is the safest bone to give a dog?\">What is the safest bone to give a dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-bones-are-safe-for-dogs-teeth\/#Can_dogs_damage_teeth_on_bones\" title=\"Can dogs damage teeth on bones?\">Can dogs damage teeth on bones?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-bones-are-safe-for-dogs-teeth\/#Are_bones_good_for_my_dogs_teeth\" title=\"Are bones good for my dog&#8217;s teeth?\">Are bones good for my dog&#8217;s teeth?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-bones-are-safe-for-dogs-teeth\/#Is_chewing_on_bones_bad_for_your_teeth\" title=\"Is chewing on bones bad for your teeth?\">Is chewing on bones bad for your teeth?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_bones_are_safe_for_dogs_teeth\"><\/span>What bones are safe for dogs teeth?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Bully sticks are shaped like natural bones, but they have a softer texture that are more palatable and easy to digest. Bully sticks are some of the best chews to give your dog. Dental dog chews. Some dog chews are specifically created with the purpose of improving your dog&#8217;s dental health.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_dog_bones_bad_for_teeth\"><\/span>Are dog bones bad for teeth?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Animal Chews Bones, <b>hooves and antlers are rigid and may lead to chipped or broken teeth, according to Dr. Evans. Bones can splinter and pierce the dog&#8217;s mouth or become a choking hazard. Some animal chews may also become sharp when the ends are whittled down by chewing.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_safest_chew_bone_for_dogs\"><\/span>What is the safest chew bone for dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Stay away from cooked turkey, chicken, and pork bones as they can easily splinter. Instead, buy raw, domestically-produced <b>beef shank bones as they are big enough that your dog won&#8217;t be able to swallow them and won&#8217;t hurt their teeth.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_hard_treats_good_for_dogs_teeth\"><\/span>Are hard treats good for dogs teeth?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Apart from keeping your little one occupied for lengthy periods of time, hard dog treats also have a lot of health benefits. They <b>keep your pups jaw and teeth powerful because the constant chewing works out their facial muscles. Moreover, they keep plaque and tartar at bay.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_bones_OK_for_dogs_teeth\"><\/span>Are bones OK for dogs teeth?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Many owners think meat bones are a safe, natural chew toy for pets; however, <b>chewing on any hard material can fracture a tooth. Dogs love bones, and can become so focused on gnawing off every last bit of tissue that they fail to notice a cracked or broken tooth.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_good_for_dogs_teeth_to_chew_on\"><\/span>What is good for dogs teeth to chew on?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>#1: Chews approved by the Veterinary Oral Health Council<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Purina Pro Plan Dental Chewz.<\/li>\n<li>Greenies.<\/li>\n<li>C.E.T. VEGGIEDENT Chews.<\/li>\n<li>Milk-Bone Brushing Chews.<\/li>\n<li>OraVet Dental Hygiene Chews.<\/li>\n<li>Purina DentaLife Chews.<\/li>\n<li>Hill&#8217;s Prescription Diet Dental Chews.<\/li>\n<li>Tartar Shield Soft Rawhide Chews.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_safest_bone_to_give_a_dog\"><\/span>What is the safest bone to give a dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Raw bones are considered safer than home-cooked because they don&#8217;t splinter as easily. Raw bones like chicken, turkey, lamb, beef, or even oxtail can be safer bone options for your pet. Unlike home-cooked bones which are drained of their nutrients, raw bones can be a natural source of calcium and phosphorus.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_dogs_damage_teeth_on_bones\"><\/span>Can dogs damage teeth on bones?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Bully sticks are shaped like natural bones, but they have a softer texture that are more palatable and easy to digest. Bully sticks are some of the best chews to give your dog. Dental dog chews. Some dog chews are specifically created with the purpose of improving your dog&#8217;s dental health.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_bones_good_for_my_dogs_teeth\"><\/span>Are bones good for my dog&#8217;s teeth?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Oftentimes, dogs enjoy chewing so much that they will overdo it and can cause dental trauma to the mouth. <b>Bones, hooves and antlers are rigid and may lead to chipped or broken teeth, according to Dr. Evans. Bones can splinter and pierce the dog&#8217;s mouth or become a choking hazard.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_chewing_on_bones_bad_for_your_teeth\"><\/span>Is chewing on bones bad for your teeth?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The mechanical action of chewing the meat off a bone helps to remove plaque, which then minimises the formation of tartar (calcified plaque). <b>Giving your dog bones regularly can increase the time between dental cleans at the vet and keep your dog&#8217;s teeth cleaner and healthier for longer.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents What bones are safe for dogs teeth?Are dog bones bad for teeth?What is the safest chew bone for dogs?Are hard treats good for dogs teeth?Are bones OK for dogs teeth?What is good for dogs teeth to chew on?What is the safest bone to give a dog?Can dogs damage teeth on bones?Are bones&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/11295"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=11295"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/11295\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=11295"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=11295"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=11295"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}