My dog wants bones. Are boiled calf bones safe for him to chew?

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I am thinking of giving Orion calf thick bones a little boiled by me. Is it ok? Pet's info: Dog | Jack Russell Terrier | Male | neutered | 2 years and 1 month old | 17 lbs

Jennifer Summerfield, DVM CPDT-KA · Accepted Answer

No, I would not recommend this - cooked bones of any kind are brittle and can splinter into sharp pieces when chewed. Large weight-bearing bones (such as from a calf) are also too hard for chewing, and can fracture teeth. Bully sticks, large rawhide chews, or cow or pig ears would all be safer options for chewing.

My dog wants bones. Are boiled calf bones safe for him to chew?

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