Teeth cleaning~ I'm amazed!

[PrincessDiana]

I just wanted to clarify the differences in bones:

Beef bones are not all going to be okay, because there are many different types of bones in an entire cow. There are also many types of marrow bones - in fact, almost every bone has marrow in it. With that said, however, most "marrow bones" that you find at your butcher shop will likely be femur bones. Also, there is only one type of femur bone , and they are found in the hind legs. The bones in the front legs are called the radius and ulna.

I'm glad I found this thread! I've called one store and they said they did not have them. I'll have to call around some more.

[PrincessDiana]

Okay I have a question. I've attached a picture of the marrow bones I've found. Is this what they look like? Also, when you have them cut, do you cut them vertically or horizontally? Like do you cut the whole bone into "strips' or do you cut the circle up into smaller circles? Does that make sense?

[Lexi Rae]

diana, thats what i thought they looked like too.. until i saw the other
picture.. oh boy...

[kl1977]

Ok, I think I posted the entire bone lol. I pm'd nvnvgirl the op and she said femur bone and to ask the butcher to cut them in 1 to 1 1/2 in increments and I would assume that is circles. He says they are about a buck a pound.

[xxmxaxrxyxx]

i just found this great video that gives you a little more detail and a tip on what to use them for afterward...awesome...i am going to have to call around for marrow bones now...hehe

Should Dogs Chew on Bones? | ExpertVillage Videos

[Maxi]

Originally Posted by PrincessDiana

Okay I have a question. I've attached a picture of the marrow bones I've found. Is this what they look like? Also, when you have them cut, do you cut them vertically or horizontally? Like do you cut the whole bone into "strips' or do you cut the circle up into smaller circles? Does that make sense?

Yep that's exacly how it looks like. I clean them though, all that meat on it and the marrow inside. They cut them vertically, so the pic actually shows how they are cut. Its sort of like circles like you described.

[Maxi]

Originally Posted by xxmxaxrxyxx

i just found this great video that gives you a little more detail and a tip on what to use them for afterward...awesome...i am going to have to call around for marrow bones now...hehe

Should Dogs Chew on Bones? | ExpertVillage Videos

I am shocked that the lady in this video said it was ok to give the bone while you are not home. I think all toys and treats needs to be supervised and not left to your dog when you are not home.

[xxmxaxrxyxx]

where did you find that at? i have called everywhere and no where seems to have it where i live...boo-hoo...

[xxmxaxrxyxx]

Originally Posted by Maxi

I am shocked that the lady in this video said it was ok to give the bone while you are not home. I think all toys and treats needs to be supervised and not left to your dog when you are not home.

i dunno...hehe...i thought some of her videos were pretty cool..hehe

[nvnvgirl]

Originally Posted by Maxi

I am shocked that the lady in this video said it was ok to give the bone while you are not home. I think all toys and treats needs to be supervised and not left to your dog when you are not home.

I didn't look at the video, but I agree with you about supervising them. I would never leave them with a bone alone. These little monkeys, you never know WHAT they'll think of doing sometimes!

[psugorilladdr]

I found this link.... they sale them.

Dog Food Deli: The Nations First 100% Live Raw Meat For Dogs

Has anyone ever ordered from them? I might just wait until we go home. We raise cattle, and I think dad has one up to take to the butcher here soon. Just wanted to check this site. It's like $24 for 4 lbs.

[Maxi]

Originally Posted by xxmxaxrxyxx

where did you find that at? i have called everywhere and no where seems to have it where i live...boo-hoo...

I think Diana found it on this website:
Raw Meaty Bones - Excellent for Teeth & Gum Nourishment

Those bones are cut exacly how I ask the butcher to cut them.

[Doodlebug]

My supermarket is out of them. The butcher said they go fast. She said she will order some more and cut them small for me. She said to call her on Monday. They are already frozen too. Daisy's teeth look really good but Teddy's are getting a little stained looking in the back ones. I'm looking forward to trying these.

[sassytooyou]

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.

I would like to see one

[hopeful43]

Hi everyone,

Just wanted to let you know that I called Whole Foods and they do have them--slightly more expensive than other prices listed here though. (a bit over $2 / lb)

You can search online here to see if there is a Whole Foods store near you:

Whole Foods Market : Stores