![]() Dogs, especially puppies, have an innate need to gnaw and nibble on a regular basis. But dogs shouldn’t be allowed to swallow huge chunks and still need supervision.Chews aren’t just a fun treat for your favorite canines, they’re a necessity. These are not so easy to find but they are as tough as bones and even if they eventually get broken down, they are not as dangerous as rawhide. Himalayan Chews: These are made of cow and yak milk with a little bit of salt and lime for flavor.Pug dogs will also need monitoring when you give them these chews. Antlers: These are full of potassium and zinc and they last long even for heavy chewers.Sweet potato chews: Cook these properly, dry them out in the oven until they have rough edges and they are safe to give your French Bulldog with supervision.These can splinter and cause choking or internal injury. Go with a hip or femur bone and don’t give cooked bones. Raw Bones: Now these can be risky, you just have to watch your dog and watch what type of bones to give.They are both edible and will keep your dog safe. Rice chews: There are several types of chews made from rice that you can get at the store.But be careful to pick only the right size for your dog. To make them more enticing, try dipping them in chicken broth or smearing peanut butter all over it. Toys: There are so many safe toys that are perfect for chewing, pick one that works for you.Safety measures will be more effective if you tailor them to meet your dog's specific needs, behaviors and habits.Note any symptoms that are not normal and contact your vet immediately. Watch for signs of blockage or choking, or infections.Pug puppies and small dogs need constant watching when hides are given to them.Take the treat away once it's small or soft enough to swallow.If your Pug doggy is very territorial about food, you might want to create a safe place for them so they can relax and be less likely to swallow huge chunks.Don't give your big dog a small chew, they might attempt to swallow it whole which would be disastrous and vise versa. Always give the right size of Chews to your dog.You should also wash your hands after handling the hides to prevent stomach illness and bacteria. Make sure to wash the hides thoroughly with water before giving them to your Puggle.Imported hides might have more chemicals to prevent rot it's advisable to avoid them. Human beings can be infected with these illnesses. Salmonella and E.coli are also a major cause of concern as the threats of rawhide chews are not only restricted to your dog.Questionable additives can also adversely affect the kidneys and liver.You should pay close attention to the quality of your dog’s rawhide chews as those of poor or questionable quality can break your dog’s teeth or jaw. ![]() This also hinges on how the chews are manufactured and how sensitive your dog is. A lot of these rawhide chews are flavored but these flavors might cause diarrhea and vomiting or just allergies in general.These can cause contamination and toxic poisoning depending on how it is manufactured and how sensitive your Pug is. Another potential hazard is the amount of chemicals in the hide.While these treats can be great in distracting your dog, there are alternatives and other options in order to avoid chocking or blockage. ![]()
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