Benefits Of Dog Chews

Who hasn’t searched the whole house for a missing shoe only to find it in pieces under the bed? Almost every dog owner has lost several household items because their dogs were bored and started chewing on something for entertainment. Most dog owners give their dogs chews only as a way to keep their pups fangs away from their furniture and destroying their houses, but what most people don’t know is there are several health benefits that a chew can offer for your dog.

Dog chews come in all shapes and sizes and can be extremely beneficial for your pawed friend. Some toys can help when a puppy is teething, but why not keep them entertained and nurtured at the same time?

Helps clean teeth

Some dog chews are explicitly designed to promote teeth and gum health while keeping your dog entertained. They act as toothbrushes for pets, a mechanical action similar to our own toothbrushes. They scrape away plaque and tartar that are harmful to both teeth and gums. Not to mention the bonus promoting a fresher breath for your pup by reducing the bacteria build-up. It’s good to remember that the chews can help with your dog’s oral health, but should never be used as the only method of oral hygiene. Regular tooth brushing and professional cleaning should also be part of your dog’s hygiene.

 

Keeps dogs engaged

Doges are extremely intelligent pets and need constant external stimuli to fight boredom. Dogs that don’t have any entertainment tend to be called troublemakers when it’s not really their fault. A bored dog will tear up the trash bag, bark at every single sound outside or knock over random objects in your house as well as show other destructive and unwanted behaviours. Chews can be great to keep them busy and engage their minds.

 

Keep dogs from breaking things

Chews can be great allies to keep your dog from tearing your house down and breaking things. Most dogs break things because they are bored, curious, stressed, or simply to stimulate teething. A wide selection of chews can keep them busy and reduce destructive behaviour. Next time they are bored, they will choose a yummy chew over your shoes, furniture, or even walls.

 

Dogs love them!

One thing is true; dogs love chewing on things. Whether it is caused by hunger, lack of stimulation, natural instincts, separation anxiety, stress, or simply teething, dogs will chew on anything available, so make sure always to have a good selection of chews on hand.

 

While chews like Greenies can be great for your dog’s oral health, some chews like bully sticks can be great for your dog in general. They are not only safe for your dog, but easily digestible, an excellent source of amino acids and nutrients, and they are all natural. As they are a single-ingredient treat, usually made from high-protein beef muscles, dog owner’s don’t have to worry about health issues caused by unsafe ingredients.

Just like every other dog food, chew, and treat, before giving anything new for your dog to ingest, talk to a qualified veterinarian to make sure that’s the best option for your dog. Make sure you monitor your dog with chews and toys to prevent choking or ingesting unsafe materials. Every dog has its own limitations and needs.

 

For further information visit; www.akc.org, www.aspca.org, www.greenies.ca.

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