Can dogs eat Deer bones?

can dogs have deer bonesYes

Overview

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Deer bones can help remove plaque and tartar buildup in dogs' teeth while providing a durable chew containing loads of calcium. However, it's important to note that cooked deer bones are off-limits to dogs as they can easily splinter and cause injuries to their mouth and intestines.

Benefits

health-benefits
  • Deer bones, or Venison bones, are good durable chews for dogs and are a natural source of calcium.
  • Deer bones contain nutrients that help strengthen a dog's immune system.
  • Chewing on deer bones also helps clean teeth and gums and improves dogs' dental health.
  • Deer bones are an excellent alternative to dogs allergic to common animal proteins.

Risks

health-risks
  • Cooked deer bones can get brittle and break off into sharp pieces, damaging a dog's mouth, teeth, and digestive tract.
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Servings

serving-suggestions
  • Deer bones are best given to dogs raw; you can also get air-dried deer bones or venison marrow bones from the pet store.
  • Always supervise your dog when feeding bones.
  • Alternatively, you can make bone broth using deer bones and add the broth to your dog's food for him to benefit from the nutrients.
  • If your dog's diet already has complete calcium, limit edible bones or only feed them as occasional treats.
  • Always remove the bones after your dog's eating session.

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