My dog swallowed rawhide. Is it safe for them to digest it?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Male | unneutered | 10 months old | 7 lbs
My dog infested rawhides treat... instruction label states intend for chew NOT food. Is it ok if they ingest the treat? He doesn’t show any issues with indegestion or change in his behavior. Should I no longer give him rawhides?
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Published on December 22nd, 2019
As long as the pieces are small, it is fine if they are ingested. He will digest them without any issues. Larger pieces pose a risk of gastric or intestinal obstruction. To be safe, remove the rawhide chews once they can fit entirely in Kai's mouth. Monitor for lethargy, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite or abdominal pain. These are symptoms that should be addressed by your veterinarian.
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Published on September 23rd, 2017
Yes, rawhide is okay to give as long as it does not cause gastrointestinal upset. Monitor your dog and remove or replace once the rawhide piece becomes small enough to swallow whole. Rawhide bones can be rotated. Once a bone becomes soft, remove it and allow to dry. You can do this with several bones.
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Published on November 7th, 2017
Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Raw hides are fine for dogs that can tolerate them, meaning no vomit or diarrhea. Also take it away when the bone is small enough that he could swallow a piece whole. Raw hides are very high calorie treats and should be given in moderation to prevent obesity. If Riley doesn’t get any tummy upset from the pictured raw hide I see no harm in continuing it. I hope the helps and have a great day!
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