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Originally Posted by MandiesMom  I've always steered clear of rawhide, even with my big boy, because they are very hard to digest (sometimes they just don't digest at all). This is what I had always heard/read. I only give him pig ears and pig skin twists and such. So, this is what I do with Mandie, too.
I never even thought about a piece getting stuck in the windpipe or lungs. Do you think this is a hazard with pig ears/skin treats, too?? |
I believe any dried skin product is a risk.
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Originally Posted by pzarat I don't know what to do because one of the first things our vet said was that she wanted Max to be on a rawhide or greenie diet, meaning she wants him to chew one of the two daily....but I've heard bad things about both  what should I do? Go against the vet's suggestion? Or are there safer options? |
For healthy teeth and gums, brushing is the safest and most effective method.