Can dogs eat Deer hooves?

can dogs eat deer hoovesYes

Overview

dog-food-safety-information

Can dogs eat deer hooves? Yes, dogs can chew on deer hooves as they are good sources of fiber and protein. They act as natural chew toys that are mentally and physically stimulating to dogs. Close supervision is needed when dogs eat deer hooves as they are a choking hazard.

Benefits

health-benefits
  • Deer hooves are ideal dog chews for aggressive chewers. The tough bones last longer than regular dog chews.
  • Like most dog chews, deer hooves help promote good dental hygiene.
  • Deer hooves are low in fat but high in protein.
  • The hair on deer hooves is a good source of fiber and helps in cleansing the dog's digestive tract.

Risks

health-risks
  • Deer hooves are smaller than cow hooves; they might pose a choking hazard, especially to large dogs.
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Servings

serving-suggestions
  • Always supervise your dog when feeding deer hooves. Remove the hooves from your dog when it gets too small.
  • If your dog's diet already has complete calcium, limit edible bones or only feed them as occasional treats.

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