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violet voon · 11-24-2009, 07:00 AM

I know there's a Greenies thread here, but that was some years ago and I really have a big question mark in my head right now.
I'm sorry...but I'm really confused

I always do researches on everything I give my furbaby, from foods, crates, snacks/treats to toys etc. I read the news about Greenies causing the death of dogs (2006), and I was scared to death and do not want to buy it although the staff in pet shop recommended it.
But recently I found another article, and I'm wondering if I should buy Greenies for Sugar...do you give Greenies to your furbabies?
I have no idea at all!

Check these in case you missed the above links:
Pet Product Recall Update – Are Greenies Dog Treats Going to Be Recalled?

Review of Greenies for dogs | Pet-Product-Review.com

MI Yorkielover · 11-24-2009, 07:07 AM

I understand your confusion. I read here on YT that many gave their yorkies greenies as a teeth cleaner so I bought a couple. Sophie didn't like them at all and buried them both in the back yard never to be seen again. After reading opposing views on greenies coupled with Sophie's reaction to them I will not give her any greenies in the future.

violet voon · 11-24-2009, 07:19 AM

Do you mind to tell me which brands you're giving your furbabies now? I'm desperate to get a good one. Sugar doesn't like the current one that I'm giving her

Julz · 11-24-2009, 07:27 AM

I never do.

yorkiecrazy · 11-24-2009, 07:27 AM

They have changed the formula so it is now digestible. I know when I did feed them, Gracie and Katie had nice smelling breath. The greenies do seem to make them put on weight.

harleyyorkie · 11-24-2009, 07:28 AM

There are many copy cat versions but "Greenies" are the true one. I give them to four of mine, one doesn't care for them. They even make a "lite" Greenie for those watching their weight. They get one a day usually right before bedtime (good for the teeth & breath) and I buy the Teenie size.

Ellie May · 11-24-2009, 07:29 AM

I used to give them (rarely), but that was before I read the obstruction reports. Their new formula is safer, but I don't really prefer to support the company and I still do not fully trust the product. So I do not give them.

violet voon · 11-24-2009, 07:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ellie May

I used to give them (rarely), but that was before I read the obstruction reports. Their new formula is safer, but I don't really prefer to support the company and I still do not fully trust the product. So I do not give them.

Yes...I still have doubts, but it seems most of the pet shops in my place recommend Greenies

MI Yorkielover · 11-24-2009, 08:25 AM

I am always a little leery of recommendations. Three books I bought on Yorkshire Terriers and written by "experts" recommended nylabones for teething yorkies and I found out later that the small chunks that can be bitten off are not necessarily digestible and have caused internal bleeding.

Dara311 · 11-24-2009, 09:05 AM

Fiona gets greenies here and there, and does fine with them.My doxies cannot digest them, so they don't get them. They have re-designed the shape and form of the greenies. They have greenie pieces out there, I wouldn't reccomend getting those, they can make your dogs choke.

YorkieMom6 · 11-24-2009, 09:50 AM

My breeder said she had been giving her yorkies them for a long time but recently had one choke on one. She no longer gives them to her furkids and recommended the same for me.

No greenies for Zoey, ever.

ladyjane · 11-24-2009, 09:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ellie May

I used to give them (rarely), but that was before I read the obstruction reports. Their new formula is safer, but I don't really prefer to support the company and I still do not fully trust the product. So I do not give them.

I totally agree!
I no longer use Pill Pockets since Greenies bought them out.
I simply do not trust that company.

YorkieMom6 · 11-24-2009, 09:54 AM

Besides.... after reading about potential teeth problems and having them myself, I decided to start brushing her teeth as soon as we got her. We do it about 3-4 times a week. She enjoys brushing with mommy (bites down on her brush many times, while watching mommy brush her own teeth) and also likes the vanilla flavor toothpaste. I also will brush them a little for her - works best having her bite down slightly and I litely pull the brush back and forth.

I am sure this is probably not the most ideal or perfection, but works great for us and she is now getting use to it and enjoys it.

Robin Lodal · 11-24-2009, 11:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by harleyyorkie

There are many copy cat versions but "Greenies" are the true one. I give them to four of mine, one doesn't care for them. They even make a "lite" Greenie for those watching their weight. They get one a day usually right before bedtime (good for the teeth & breath) and I buy the Teenie size.

Same here. Two of my mine get them during the bedtime ritual and LOVE them. I have never had a problem with them.

LilMissy · 11-24-2009, 01:51 PM

I gave Missy a greenie once. She chewed on it for awhile, decided she didn't like it, then got diarhea a little while later. I just brush her teeth. She enjoys it anyways.

11-24-2009, 07:00 AM	#1
violet voon YT Addict Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: M'sia Posts: 454	Do you give Greenies to your furbabies? I know there's a Greenies thread here, but that was some years ago and I really have a big question mark in my head right now. I'm sorry...but I'm really confused I always do researches on everything I give my furbaby, from foods, crates, snacks/treats to toys etc. I read the news about Greenies causing the death of dogs (2006), and I was scared to death and do not want to buy it although the staff in pet shop recommended it. But recently I found another article, and I'm wondering if I should buy Greenies for Sugar...do you give Greenies to your furbabies? I have no idea at all! Check these in case you missed the above links: Pet Product Recall Update – Are Greenies Dog Treats Going to Be Recalled? Review of Greenies for dogs \| Pet-Product-Review.com

11-24-2009, 07:07 AM	#2
MI Yorkielover Donating YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Michigan USA Posts: 3,317	I understand your confusion. I read here on YT that many gave their yorkies greenies as a teeth cleaner so I bought a couple. Sophie didn't like them at all and buried them both in the back yard never to be seen again. After reading opposing views on greenies coupled with Sophie's reaction to them I will not give her any greenies in the future. __________________ Jackie Loves Sophie R.I.P ."Baby"* our little girl 1993-2009*

11-24-2009, 07:27 AM	#4
Julz Donating YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 4,347	I never do. __________________ LuvMyYorkies

11-24-2009, 07:27 AM	#5
yorkiecrazy Donating YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Houston area Posts: 2,672	They have changed the formula so it is now digestible. I know when I did feed them, Gracie and Katie had nice smelling breath. The greenies do seem to make them put on weight. __________________ Jamie - Gracie's Katie's and Chloe's mom : Gracie 11-12-99 11-1-2012

11-24-2009, 07:28 AM	#6
harleyyorkie Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: May 2009 Location: Sunny South Posts: 470	Greenies There are many copy cat versions but "Greenies" are the true one. I give them to four of mine, one doesn't care for them. They even make a "lite" Greenie for those watching their weight. They get one a day usually right before bedtime (good for the teeth & breath) and I buy the Teenie size. __________________ Elizabeth Harley Rita Scooter Bandit Peanut

11-24-2009, 07:19 AM	#3
violet voon YT Addict Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: M'sia Posts: 454	Do you mind to tell me which brands you're giving your furbabies now? I'm desperate to get a good one. Sugar doesn't like the current one that I'm giving her

11-24-2009, 07:29 AM	#7
Ellie May And Rylee Finnegan Donating Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Metro Detroit, MI Posts: 17,928	I used to give them (rarely), but that was before I read the obstruction reports. Their new formula is safer, but I don't really prefer to support the company and I still do not fully trust the product. So I do not give them. __________________ Crystal, Ellie May (RIP), Rylee Finnegan, and Gracie Boo🐶

11-24-2009, 08:25 AM	#9
MI Yorkielover Donating YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Michigan USA Posts: 3,317	I am always a little leery of recommendations. Three books I bought on Yorkshire Terriers and written by "experts" recommended nylabones for teething yorkies and I found out later that the small chunks that can be bitten off are not necessarily digestible and have caused internal bleeding. __________________ Jackie Loves Sophie R.I.P ."Baby"* our little girl 1993-2009* Last edited by MI Yorkielover; 11-24-2009 at 08:26 AM.

11-24-2009, 09:05 AM	#10
Dara311 YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Delaware Posts: 2,515	Fiona gets greenies here and there, and does fine with them.My doxies cannot digest them, so they don't get them. They have re-designed the shape and form of the greenies. They have greenie pieces out there, I wouldn't reccomend getting those, they can make your dogs choke. __________________ Mom to Fiona Marie

11-24-2009, 09:50 AM	#11
YorkieMom6 ♥ Luv Zoey & Austen! ♥ Donating Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Kansas City, MO, USA Posts: 2,015	My breeder said she had been giving her yorkies them for a long time but recently had one choke on one. She no longer gives them to her furkids and recommended the same for me. No greenies for Zoey, ever. __________________ Denise, Zoey, and Austen Dear Jazzy & Sasha forever in our hearts There is no psychiatrist in the world like a puppy licking your face. ~Ben Williams

11-24-2009, 09:54 AM	#13
YorkieMom6 ♥ Luv Zoey & Austen! ♥ Donating Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Kansas City, MO, USA Posts: 2,015	Besides.... after reading about potential teeth problems and having them myself, I decided to start brushing her teeth as soon as we got her. We do it about 3-4 times a week. She enjoys brushing with mommy (bites down on her brush many times, while watching mommy brush her own teeth) and also likes the vanilla flavor toothpaste. I also will brush them a little for her - works best having her bite down slightly and I litely pull the brush back and forth. I am sure this is probably not the most ideal or perfection, but works great for us and she is now getting use to it and enjoys it. __________________ Denise, Zoey, and Austen Dear Jazzy & Sasha forever in our hearts There is no psychiatrist in the world like a puppy licking your face. ~Ben Williams

11-24-2009, 01:51 PM	#15
LilMissy Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: BC, Canada Posts: 3,421	I gave Missy a greenie once. She chewed on it for awhile, decided she didn't like it, then got diarhea a little while later. I just brush her teeth. She enjoys it anyways. __________________ Shaunna with Missy (my princess) & Dora (my tomboy)