{"id":180284,"date":"2022-07-28T08:10:59","date_gmt":"2022-07-28T08:10:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-greenies-be-bad-for-dogs\/"},"modified":"2022-07-29T07:07:50","modified_gmt":"2022-07-29T07:07:50","slug":"can-greenies-be-bad-for-dogs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-greenies-be-bad-for-dogs\/","title":{"rendered":"Can Greenies be bad for dogs?"},"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\/can-greenies-be-bad-for-dogs\/#Can_Greenies_be_bad_for_dogs\" title=\"Can Greenies be bad for dogs?\">Can Greenies be bad for dogs?<\/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\/can-greenies-be-bad-for-dogs\/#What_are_the_side_effects_of_Greenies_for_dogs\" title=\"What are the side effects of Greenies for dogs?\">What are the side effects of Greenies for dogs?<\/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\/can-greenies-be-bad-for-dogs\/#Do_Greenies_dissolve_in_a_dogs_stomach\" title=\"Do Greenies dissolve in a dog&#8217;s stomach?\">Do Greenies dissolve in a dog&#8217;s stomach?<\/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\/can-greenies-be-bad-for-dogs\/#Are_Greenies_safe_for_dogs_2022\" title=\"Are Greenies safe for dogs 2022?\">Are Greenies safe for dogs 2022?<\/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\/can-greenies-be-bad-for-dogs\/#Why_are_Greenies_bad_for_dogs\" title=\"Why are Greenies bad for dogs?\">Why are Greenies bad for dogs?<\/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\/can-greenies-be-bad-for-dogs\/#Are_Greenies_really_safe_for_dogs\" title=\"Are Greenies really safe for dogs?\">Are Greenies really safe for dogs?<\/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\/can-greenies-be-bad-for-dogs\/#Are_Greenies_bad_for_dogs_stomach\" title=\"Are Greenies bad for dogs stomach?\">Are Greenies bad for dogs stomach?<\/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\/can-greenies-be-bad-for-dogs\/#Can_Greenies_cause_blockage\" title=\"Can Greenies cause blockage?\">Can Greenies cause blockage?<\/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\/can-greenies-be-bad-for-dogs\/#Can_dogs_getting_sick_from_Greenies\" title=\"Can dogs getting sick from Greenies?\">Can dogs getting sick from Greenies?<\/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\/can-greenies-be-bad-for-dogs\/#Are_dog_Greenies_safe_for_dogs\" title=\"Are dog Greenies safe for dogs?\">Are dog Greenies safe for dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-greenies-be-bad-for-dogs\/#Are_Greenies_hard_for_dogs_to_digest\" title=\"Are Greenies hard for dogs to digest?\">Are Greenies hard for dogs to digest?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-greenies-be-bad-for-dogs\/#Can_dogs_digest_Greenies\" title=\"Can dogs digest Greenies?\">Can dogs digest Greenies?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-greenies-be-bad-for-dogs\/#Do_Greenies_digest\" title=\"Do Greenies digest?\">Do Greenies digest?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-greenies-be-bad-for-dogs\/#Can_Greenies_cause_a_blockage\" title=\"Can Greenies cause a blockage?\">Can Greenies cause a blockage?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-greenies-be-bad-for-dogs\/#Why_are_Greenies_not_good_for_dogs\" title=\"Why are Greenies not good for dogs?\">Why are Greenies not good for dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-greenies-be-bad-for-dogs\/#Are_Greenies_safe_now\" title=\"Are Greenies safe now?\">Are Greenies safe now?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-greenies-be-bad-for-dogs\/#Whats_wrong_with_Greenies\" title=\"What&#8217;s wrong with Greenies?\">What&#8217;s wrong with Greenies?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-greenies-be-bad-for-dogs\/#Are_Greenies_dental_treats_safe_for_dogs\" title=\"Are Greenies dental treats safe for dogs?\">Are Greenies dental treats safe for dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-greenies-be-bad-for-dogs\/#Can_dogs_get_Sick_from_Greenies\" title=\"Can dogs get Sick from Greenies?\">Can dogs get Sick from Greenies?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-greenies-be-bad-for-dogs\/#How_bad_are_Greenies_for_dogs\" title=\"How bad are Greenies for dogs?\">How bad are Greenies for dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-greenies-be-bad-for-dogs\/#Can_I_give_my_dog_a_greenie_every_day\" title=\"Can I give my dog a greenie every day?\">Can I give my dog a greenie every day?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-greenies-be-bad-for-dogs\/#Do_Greenies_really_clean_dogs_teeth\" title=\"Do Greenies really clean dogs teeth?\">Do Greenies really clean dogs teeth?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-greenies-be-bad-for-dogs\/#Do_Greenies_dissolve_in_a_dogs_stomach-2\" title=\"Do Greenies dissolve in a dogs stomach?\">Do Greenies dissolve in a dogs stomach?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-greenies-be-bad-for-dogs\/#Are_Greenies_safe_for_dogs\" title=\"Are Greenies safe for dogs\">Are Greenies safe for dogs<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-greenies-be-bad-for-dogs\/#Do_Greenies_make_dogs_sick\" title=\"Do Greenies make dogs sick?\">Do Greenies make dogs sick?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_Greenies_be_bad_for_dogs\"><\/span>Can Greenies be bad for dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Roetheli, who runs SM NuTec from Kansas City, Missouri, says <b>Greenies do break down when properly chewed and swallowed by a dog. He told CNN that any product has the potential to cause an obstruction in a dog and that Greenies packaging warns dog owners to monitor their dog to ensure the treat is adequately chewed.<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Read also: <a href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-puppies-have-greenies\/\">Can puppies have greenies?<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_side_effects_of_Greenies_for_dogs\"><\/span>What are the side effects of Greenies for dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Greenies allergy symptoms may vary, but the most common are:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Aggravation.<\/li>\n<li>Bluish skin.<\/li>\n<li>Coughing.<\/li>\n<li>Diarrhea.<\/li>\n<li>Drooling.<\/li>\n<li>Ear inflammation and itching.<\/li>\n<li>Excessive licking of any part of the body.<\/li>\n<li>Fainting.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Greenies_dissolve_in_a_dogs_stomach\"><\/span>Do Greenies dissolve in a dog&#8217;s stomach?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Soluble dental chews dissolve in liquid. GREENIES Dental Chews contain highly soluble ingredients that cause the treat to begin breaking down immediately upon contact with canine saliva and continue as they go through the chewing process and reach the digestive enzymes in the stomach.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Greenies_safe_for_dogs_2022\"><\/span>Are Greenies safe for dogs 2022?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Greenies are a great option for all dogs. They come in four sizes to accommodate all breeds, plus the chewy, bendable snack is <b>safe for senior dogs, as well as, puppies. Any pooch who has bad breath or a build-up of tartar will benefit from this product.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-191694\" src=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Are-Greenies-safe-for-dogs-2022.jpg\" alt=\"Are Greenies safe for dogs 2022?\" width=\"660\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Are-Greenies-safe-for-dogs-2022.jpg 660w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Are-Greenies-safe-for-dogs-2022-300x197.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_are_Greenies_bad_for_dogs\"><\/span>Why are Greenies bad for dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>When digested, the carbohydrates found in pea flour are broken down into sugars in the mouth which fuel plaque and tartar build-up on your dog&#8217;s teeth. Pea flour is nothing more than a cheap filler disguised as a protein that actually makes your dog&#8217;s dental health worse.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Greenies_really_safe_for_dogs\"><\/span>Are Greenies really safe for dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Are Greenies good for dogs? <b>Yes, they can help maintain healthy teeth and gums when used correctly. However, if dogs eat too quickly, they can swallow sharp pieces and hurt their throat or internal organs. It is crucial to keep an eye on your pet while enjoying this or any chew or toy.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Greenies_bad_for_dogs_stomach\"><\/span>Are Greenies bad for dogs stomach?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>That might seem a large number until one considers that the manufacturer, SM NuTec of Kansas City, Mo., has sold 750 million Greenies since their introduction in 1998. Veterinarians will tell you that <b>every chew treat can carry risks for choking or causing blockages, especially for dogs that gulp their food.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_Greenies_cause_blockage\"><\/span>Can Greenies cause blockage?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>They are marketed as completely edible. But dogs may bite off more than they can actually chew. One veterinarian told us preliminary national figures he&#8217;d compiled indicated that <b>Greenies were the No.<\/b><b>3 cause of blockages in the esophagus behind bones and fish hooks<\/b><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/7-FfBidRQOE\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_dogs_getting_sick_from_Greenies\"><\/span>Can dogs getting sick from Greenies?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>He has seen many dogs, made sick after eating Greenies. He says some dogs just can&#8217;t digest them. When you take warm water and soak a more traditional dog biscuit (one made by the same company that makes Greenies), says Dr. McKiernan, It turns to mush, which is great.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_dog_Greenies_safe_for_dogs\"><\/span>Are dog Greenies safe for dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Are Greenies good for dogs? <b>Yes, they can help maintain healthy teeth and gums when used correctly.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Greenies_hard_for_dogs_to_digest\"><\/span>Are Greenies hard for dogs to digest?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>They are marketed as completely edible. But dogs may bite off more than they can actually chew. One veterinarian told us preliminary national figures he&#8217;d compiled indicated that <b>Greenies were the No.<\/b><b>3 cause of blockages in the esophagus behind bones and fish hooks<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_dogs_digest_Greenies\"><\/span>Can dogs digest Greenies?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Roetheli, who runs SM NuTec from Kansas City, Missouri, says <b>Greenies do break down when properly chewed and swallowed by a dog. He told CNN that any product has the potential to cause an obstruction in a dog and that Greenies packaging warns dog owners to monitor their dog to ensure the treat is adequately chewed.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-191696\" src=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Can-dogs-digest-Greenies.jpg\" alt=\"Can dogs digest Greenies?\" width=\"799\" height=\"533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Can-dogs-digest-Greenies.jpg 799w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Can-dogs-digest-Greenies-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Can-dogs-digest-Greenies-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 799px) 100vw, 799px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Greenies_digest\"><\/span>Do Greenies digest?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The easy to digest and chewy nature of GREENIES Dental Chews helps ensure they are safe for dogs when given in the appropriate sized serving. GREENIES Dental Chews are <b>96 percent digestible, making them more digestible than the average dry dog food.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_Greenies_cause_a_blockage\"><\/span>Can Greenies cause a blockage?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>They are marketed as completely edible. But dogs may bite off more than they can actually chew. One veterinarian told us preliminary national figures he&#8217;d compiled indicated that <b>Greenies were the No.<\/b><b>3 cause of blockages in the esophagus behind bones and fish hooks<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_are_Greenies_not_good_for_dogs\"><\/span>Why are Greenies not good for dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The danger with Greenies, said Dr. Schaer, is that <b>dogs will not chew the treats sufficiently, leaving open the possibility that they might get stuck in a dog&#8217;s esophagus. If they don&#8217;t chew them very, very thoroughly, that&#8217;s when they get into trouble, he said.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Greenies_safe_now\"><\/span>Are Greenies safe now?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Our product is safe. It is used every day by thousands of dogs, millions a week and it is basically a very safe product. A CNN investigation uncovered 40 cases since 2003 where a veterinarian had to extract a Greenie from a dog after the treat became lodged either in the animal&#8217;s esophagus or intestine.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Whats_wrong_with_Greenies\"><\/span>What&#8217;s wrong with Greenies?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In the short term, dental chews like Greenies might effectively remove plaque and tartar from your pup&#8217;s teeth. But, in the long term, <b>they are actually contributing to the overall plaque and tartar problem<\/b><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/gg7EstcHiR4\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Greenies_dental_treats_safe_for_dogs\"><\/span>Are Greenies dental treats safe for dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Are Greenies good for dogs? <b>Yes, they can help maintain healthy teeth and gums when used correctly. However, if dogs eat too quickly, they can swallow sharp pieces and hurt their throat or internal organs.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_dogs_get_Sick_from_Greenies\"><\/span>Can dogs get Sick from Greenies?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>He has seen many dogs, made sick after eating Greenies. He says some dogs just can&#8217;t digest them. When you take warm water and soak a more traditional dog biscuit (one made by the same company that makes Greenies), says Dr. McKiernan, It turns to mush, which is great.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_bad_are_Greenies_for_dogs\"><\/span>How bad are Greenies for dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Are Greenies good for dogs? Yes, they can help maintain healthy teeth and gums when used correctly. However, <b>if dogs eat too quickly, they can swallow sharp pieces and hurt their throat or internal organs. It is crucial to keep an eye on your pet while enjoying this or any chew or toy.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_give_my_dog_a_greenie_every_day\"><\/span>Can I give my dog a greenie every day?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>What is the best way to take care of a dog&#8217;s teeth? Veterinarians recommend a dental care routine that includes daily dental brushing and oral exams at least once a year. <b>Daily dental maintenance can be conveniently provided by feeding one GREENIES Dental Chew once a day<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Greenies_really_clean_dogs_teeth\"><\/span>Do Greenies really clean dogs teeth?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Doggy Dental Treats You have most likely seen the green treats on the market that claim to promote good dental care for dogs, as well as aiding in fresh breath. While the herbs and ingredients used in these treats can neutralize bad breath in some dogs, <b>it isn&#8217;t proven to work for all dogs<\/b><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-191697\" src=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Do-Greenies-really-clean-dogs-teeth.jpg\" alt=\"Do Greenies really clean dogs teeth?\" width=\"267\" height=\"189\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Greenies_dissolve_in_a_dogs_stomach-2\"><\/span>Do Greenies dissolve in a dogs stomach?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Soluble dental chews dissolve in liquid. GREENIES Dental Chews contain highly soluble ingredients that cause the treat to begin breaking down immediately upon contact with canine saliva and continue as they go through the chewing process and reach the digestive enzymes in the stomach.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Greenies_safe_for_dogs\"><\/span>Are Greenies safe for dogs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>When digested, the carbohydrates found in pea flour are broken down into sugars in the mouth which fuel plaque and tartar build-up on your dog&#8217;s teeth. Pea flour is nothing more than a cheap filler disguised as a protein that actually makes your dog&#8217;s dental health worse.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Greenies_make_dogs_sick\"><\/span>Do Greenies make dogs sick?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Our product is safe. It is used every day by thousands of dogs, millions a week and it is basically a very safe product. A CNN investigation uncovered 40 cases since 2003 where a veterinarian had to extract a Greenie from a dog after the treat became lodged either in the animal&#8217;s esophagus or intestine.<\/b><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents Can Greenies be bad for dogs?What are the side effects of Greenies for dogs?Do Greenies dissolve in a dog&#8217;s stomach?Are Greenies safe for dogs 2022?Why are Greenies bad for dogs?Are Greenies really safe for dogs?Are Greenies bad for dogs stomach?Can Greenies cause blockage?Can dogs getting sick from Greenies?Are dog Greenies safe for&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":191693,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"default","_kad_post_title":"default","_kad_post_layout":"default","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"default","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"default","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[622],"tags":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Can-Greenies-be-bad-for-dogs.jpg","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/180284"}],"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=180284"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/180284\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":191698,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/180284\/revisions\/191698"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/191693"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=180284"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=180284"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=180284"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}