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Are Milk-Bones junk? What exactly is in their meat and bone meal?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Cavalier King Charles Spaniel | Female | spayed | 6 years old | 17 lbs

Are milkbones junk? I called the company and they said meat and bone meal is beef and pork only. Please explain, thanks!

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Answered By Penelope Graben, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on June 29th, 2018

Hello! Milkbones are like the doggy equivalent of McDonalds. It makes for a great treat or reward, but definitely not an important part of a nutritious diet. Meat and bone meal in pet foods often comes from beef and pork. I hope this is helpful!

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