The Dangers of Rawhide Dog Chews

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I want to strongly encourage any one who gives their dog rawhide chew toys to reconsider. There are other options that are far more safe. I know, I know, “we’ve used it for years!” Maybe so.

I experienced this first hand when my dog quit eating and what we found was a rotting piece of rawhide in his belly. Dogs do not digest rawhide so if they break off a small piece and swallow it, hope it passes. Otherwise, it can rot in their stomach or intestines until surgery is required to remove it. Not to mention the pain and infection they will experience as a result of it.

As you read in Casper’s story, he had a piece of rotting bully stick in his abdomen. He is obviously well-loved. Perhaps you’d like to donate. If nothing else, be aware of the potential hazards of your choice of dog chews.

There are other great options!