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nvnvgirl · 04-08-2008, 08:14 PM

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Originally Posted by tjdmom

I know they shouldn't be cooked but I remember reading somewhere that certain raw foods should first be frozen and then thawed because of some bacteria that can be dangerous to dogs. Don't remember all the details or if this applies. Should these bones be frozen first? Does anyone know?

Hmm...interesting....I'd be very interested to know. I haven't heard that about these, but I hope someone who knows will post!

I have frozen them just b/c when I first got them, I only had Max, and they usually come about 6 in a package, and I don't give them every day, so I figured it would be best if I gave him one and froze the rest and just thawed as I needed them.
What I SHOULD have done I think now, is to have opened up the package and removed the marrow from the bones, since I take it out anyhow...and THEN frozen them. It would make treat time so much easier b/c they know when I take them out to thaw and then they are obsessed with them, LOL. And I can't get the marrow out til they thaw out at least a little bit! So, that's my new plan, but it would be good to know if they should be frozen first before giving them any!

Maxi · 04-10-2008, 02:25 PM

I just got those marrow bones, cleaned them out and its in the freezer now. Now my question is after your dog is done chewing that bone do you throw it out or you can save it for another time? I tried to search the forums about it but couldnt get the answer. I would assume if its raw after they are done you should throw it out? Am I right?

Yorkiedaze · 04-10-2008, 03:17 PM

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Originally Posted by tjdmom

I thought beef bones were too big??

Hmmm, I'm gonna have to try this. Thanks for the info!

Just ask the butcher for the beef femur, small ones.

nvnvgirl · 04-10-2008, 04:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Maxi

I just got those marrow bones, cleaned them out and its in the freezer now. Now my question is after your dog is done chewing that bone do you throw it out or you can save it for another time? I tried to search the forums about it but couldnt get the answer. I would assume if its raw after they are done you should throw it out? Am I right?

I throw them out b/c I'm sure they're a breeding ground for bacteria. Madison takes his out sometimes and buries them in the sand as well, so when he digs them up, they're pretty grossly dirty

. Plus, I'm not sure if they might get weaker with age and them chewing on them more. But actually, mine chew on them til they must be devoid of any flavor and then they're not interested in it anymore.

Izzy Princess · 04-10-2008, 04:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Yorkiedaze

I've been "preaching" beef marrow bones instead of certain snacks and bully sticks, for months now, but no one seemed interested, and if they were they never said anything. I have them cut about 1/2" thick. They are about 2 inches in diameter. Glad you found out just how good they are for the dogums.

OMG thank you for posting about the marrow bones..never knew that we could give them to our Yorkies. I would definitely have to cut down as Izzy is a tiny thing.

*sophie's mama* · 04-10-2008, 08:50 PM

Sophie has been chewing on hers for a while now and the bone she has is still really sturdy. I think when it starts to wear down a bit more I'll toss it. She doesn't take it outside...she hides in her spot under the bed

reeses · 04-14-2008, 06:18 PM

Ok I have a few questions on marrow bones....first of all...if I get one and push the center out and freeze it and then give it to Reeses...is that the right way to do it without worrying about it causing problems. He hasnt had any pancreitis problems but I would rather avoid things that arent good for those who have jsut to keep from the problem occuring. lol...if that makes any sense. Lol. Also, if we push out the marrow will it still clean their teeth or is the marrow what cleans them?? Secondly, do they just chew on the bone and nothing happen or do they actually chew it up and eat it like a bully stick or something?
Ive got to start doing something to avoid having to take Reeses to have his teeth cleaned at the vet. His teeth dont look bad and I want to keep it that way and hopefully make them even better looking!! Lol. Thanks!!

Maxi · 04-14-2008, 07:38 PM

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Originally Posted by nvnvgirl

I throw them out b/c I'm sure they're a breeding ground for bacteria. Madison takes his out sometimes and buries them in the sand as well, so when he digs them up, they're pretty grossly dirty

. Plus, I'm not sure if they might get weaker with age and them chewing on them more. But actually, mine chew on them til they must be devoid of any flavor and then they're not interested in it anymore.

Thank you. I gave it to Maxi and he went totally bananas

He worked on that bone for the whole day and then he played with it. After that he was pretty much done so I threw it out the same day.

Maxi · 04-14-2008, 08:12 PM

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Originally Posted by reeses

Ok I have a few questions on marrow bones....first of all...if I get one and push the center out and freeze it and then give it to Reeses...is that the right way to do it without worrying about it causing problems. He hasnt had any pancreitis problems but I would rather avoid things that arent good for those who have jsut to keep from the problem occuring. lol...if that makes any sense. Lol. Also, if we push out the marrow will it still clean their teeth or is the marrow what cleans them?? Secondly, do they just chew on the bone and nothing happen or do they actually chew it up and eat it like a bully stick or something?
Ive got to start doing something to avoid having to take Reeses to have his teeth cleaned at the vet. His teeth dont look bad and I want to keep it that way and hopefully make them even better looking!! Lol. Thanks!!

I have researched all over and found that you should freeze the bone before giving it to your dog because it kills certain bacteria.
The bone is cleaning the teeth. I personally dont give Maxi bone with the marrow in it. I completely take it out and wash it and clean even the outside of the bone so there is no meat on it. Maxi doesnt eat raw at all so I thought it would be the best to completely clean it out.
They chew and nothing happens to the bone. Its pretty thick and the only thing you can see is little lines on it as if the dog was bitting the bone.

reeses · 04-15-2008, 09:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Maxi

I have researched all over and found that you should freeze the bone before giving it to your dog because it kills certain bacteria.
The bone is cleaning the teeth. I personally dont give Maxi bone with the marrow in it. I completely take it out and wash it and clean even the outside of the bone so there is no meat on it. Maxi doesnt eat raw at all so I thought it would be the best to completely clean it out.
They chew and nothing happens to the bone. Its pretty thick and the only thing you can see is little lines on it as if the dog was bitting the bone.

Oh ok great! Thank you so much!! I will have to look for some next time I go to the grocery store. If they dont have any I bet the Meat Packaging store might! Thanks!!

Lexi Rae · 04-15-2008, 11:18 AM

im definitely going to see if i could get one of these bones. i hope lexi likes
it.. shes kind of picky... if she cant eat it, cant chew it, she dont like it..
we shall see

deb22 · 04-15-2008, 11:37 AM

Have you tried Antlerz? Penny loves to chew them.

reeses · 04-15-2008, 11:37 AM

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Originally Posted by deb22

Have you tried Antlerz? Penny loves to chew them.

Antlers??

kl1977 · 04-15-2008, 12:22 PM

FINALLY I have found a place the orders them by the 50 lb box. Hes says he splints them down the middle. He actually called them a beef rib. Is this what I am looking for? I can buy extra and ship them to you guys if anybody is interested. I have called like 15 grocery stores and no one has them. It may be next week before I can get there to pick them up the place it about 45 mins from me. He said they were like a 1.00 a pound. So p.m. me if anyone is interested so I can pick up extra, Im not sure if they have to be kept cold so it may not be to where the can be shipped but if I can we can work out the details when I get them. Seems like these are a little hard to find.

ARCHIE · 04-15-2008, 12:41 PM

If you don't want to be bothered cleaning out the marrow go to the
pet store and buy one already cleaned. That is all I have given Buddy
for three years. I replace them every so often because they never
wear out.
Thanks for this post. I have been trying to pass the word everytime
I read bully sticks, pig ears or rawhide. All are dangerous to your pet.

04-10-2008, 02:25 PM	#32
Maxi My Little Man! Donating Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: New York Posts: 2,189 Blog Entries: 1	I just got those marrow bones, cleaned them out and its in the freezer now. Now my question is after your dog is done chewing that bone do you throw it out or you can save it for another time? I tried to search the forums about it but couldnt get the answer. I would assume if its raw after they are done you should throw it out? Am I right? __________________ Watch Maxi on Youtube! By purchasing pet store or other puppy mill puppies, you support the abuse of innocent animals!

04-15-2008, 11:18 AM	#41
Lexi Rae Gina, (Lexi's Mommy) Donating Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: LONG ISLAND,NY Posts: 10,455	im definitely going to see if i could get one of these bones. i hope lexi likes it.. shes kind of picky... if she cant eat it, cant chew it, she dont like it.. we shall see __________________ Gina & Lexi CLICK HERE for our Photo Album ...

04-15-2008, 11:37 AM	#42
deb22 Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: us Posts: 1,500	Have you tried Antlerz? Penny loves to chew them. __________________ Deb and Penny (aka Miss Picky Pants) Member of the Spoiled Rotten Club

04-15-2008, 12:22 PM	#44
kl1977 YT Addict Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Alabama Posts: 348	FINALLY I have found a place the orders them by the 50 lb box. Hes says he splints them down the middle. He actually called them a beef rib. Is this what I am looking for? I can buy extra and ship them to you guys if anybody is interested. I have called like 15 grocery stores and no one has them. It may be next week before I can get there to pick them up the place it about 45 mins from me. He said they were like a 1.00 a pound. So p.m. me if anyone is interested so I can pick up extra, Im not sure if they have to be kept cold so it may not be to where the can be shipped but if I can we can work out the details when I get them. Seems like these are a little hard to find. __________________ Isabeau "Izzy"

04-10-2008, 08:50 PM	#36
sophie's mama YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Heartland Posts: 506	Sophie has been chewing on hers for a while now and the bone she has is still really sturdy. I think when it starts to wear down a bit more I'll toss it. She doesn't take it outside...she hides in her spot under the bed

04-14-2008, 06:18 PM	#37
reeses My Lil Man! Donating Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Alabama Posts: 1,703 Blog Entries: 2	Ok I have a few questions on marrow bones....first of all...if I get one and push the center out and freeze it and then give it to Reeses...is that the right way to do it without worrying about it causing problems. He hasnt had any pancreitis problems but I would rather avoid things that arent good for those who have jsut to keep from the problem occuring. lol...if that makes any sense. Lol. Also, if we push out the marrow will it still clean their teeth or is the marrow what cleans them?? Secondly, do they just chew on the bone and nothing happen or do they actually chew it up and eat it like a bully stick or something? Ive got to start doing something to avoid having to take Reeses to have his teeth cleaned at the vet. His teeth dont look bad and I want to keep it that way and hopefully make them even better looking!! Lol. Thanks!!

04-15-2008, 12:41 PM	#45
ARCHIE No Longer A Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: NEW YORK Posts: 16,218	If you don't want to be bothered cleaning out the marrow go to the pet store and buy one already cleaned. That is all I have given Buddy for three years. I replace them every so often because they never wear out. Thanks for this post. I have been trying to pass the word everytime I read bully sticks, pig ears or rawhide. All are dangerous to your pet.