Can dogs eat Cow hooves?

Overview

Can dogs eat cow hooves? Yes, cow hooves can be used as an occasional treat and a natural chew toy. But choose the appropriate size for your pooch to prevent choking. Cow hooves are not recommended for senior dogs and puppies as they can damage their sensitive teeth.

Benefits

Cow hooves are high in protein, essential in a dog's muscle development and tissue repair.
They're also a good source of calcium, magnesium, phosphorous and other minerals which help regulate various organ functions.
Chewing and gnawing on cow hooves help improve a dog's dental hygiene and prevent periodontal disease.

Risks

Cow hooves may be too hard for puppies and senior dogs. Chewing on cow hooves can crack their teeth or damage the teeth enamel.
Cow hooves are a choking hazard. Chewed cow hooves can splinter and have sharp edges. They can cause mouth and throat injuries in dogs.

Servings

It's recommended to get fresh or freeze-dried cow hooves from grass-fed and free-range livestock.
Cow hooves come in different sizes, so choose the right size for your dog to avoid choking.
Cow hooves can be given to dogs as an occasional treat. It should not be part of the dog's daily diet to avoid nutritional imbalance.
Always supervise your dog when feeding cow hooves. Remove the hooves from your dog when it gets too small.