Rustyroo Posted July 18, 2012 Share Posted July 18, 2012 Are these ok for the dogs to eat as a treat like turkey necks? I bought a couple for Franny since they were available and I just want to check with all of the knowledgable people of GT. Quote Jodie D (hope to have another grey name her soon) Missing my Bridge Babies: Rusty (Cut a Rusty) 10/18/95-06/09/09 Solo (Tali Solo Nino) 01/10/98-03/25/10 Franny (Frohmader) 02/28/04-08/31/17 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Mom2Shiloh Posted July 18, 2012 Share Posted July 18, 2012 They should be fine. I actually like it best when I can find non-weight bearing bones (lamb and sheep ribs come to mind). But a lot of people don't worry about that. My only caution would be to ask if they are long enough.. I don't like giving tiny ones because I'm afraid of their trying to swallow them... yes I have one dog who would do that (I also can't give her turkey necks because she is determined to swallow them whole instead of chewing!!) I'm sure more knowledgeable people will speak up... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silverfish Posted July 18, 2012 Share Posted July 18, 2012 Yes, they are good, but yes, try to find non-weight bearing ones. Weight bearing bones can break or chip teeth. I used to give pieces of cow pelvis, but I can't get that anymore, so I feed ribs. Quote The plural of anecdote is not dataBrambleberry Greyhounds My Etsy Shop Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest apocalyp Posted July 18, 2012 Share Posted July 18, 2012 Are beef knuckle bones considered weight bearing? Is this issue mainly for greys or can weight bearing be ok for some non-greys with generally better teeth? I've fed beef femures from petsmart to my husky in the past but recently found out raw bones are better and cheaper at the butcher, so got some knuckles and ribs . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeorgeofNE Posted July 18, 2012 Share Posted July 18, 2012 My dog gets a marrow ("soup") bone every Saturday and Sunday. He loves them. Quote Susan, Hamish, Mister Bigglesworth and Nikita Stanislav. Missing Ming, George, and Buck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FiveRoooooers Posted July 18, 2012 Share Posted July 18, 2012 My dog gets a marrow ("soup") bone every Saturday and Sunday. He loves them. Susan, will you post a photo of the bones George gets? Tx. Quote Old Dogs are the Best Dogs. Thank you, campers. Current enrollees: Punkin. AnnIE Oooh M Angels: Pal . Segugio. Sorella (TPGIT). LadyBug. Zeke-aroni. MiMi Sizzle Pants. Gracie. Seamie . (Foster)Sweet. Andy. PaddyALVIN!Mayhem. Bosco. Bruno. Dottie B. Trevor Double-Heart. Bea. Cletus, KLTO. Aiden 1-4. Upon reflection, our lives are often referenced in parts defined by the all-too-short lives of our dogs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedHead Posted July 18, 2012 Share Posted July 18, 2012 A lot of people will suggest to stay away from large bones as they can chip teeth. Having said that, I have always given them to my dogs and have never had a problem. I think some of the factors that might lead to problems are really aggressive chewers and also if your dog already has weakened teeth due to plaque/gingivitis. Many chipped teeth come from people wanting to clean teeth that are in bad condition and already weakened. Then they give a large weight bearing bone and the tooth cracks. Generally though, I think they are fine. I prefer the knuckle bones over the marrow bones because they have a lot of cartilage on the knuckle which is softer and great for chewing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rustyroo Posted July 18, 2012 Author Share Posted July 18, 2012 My dog gets a marrow ("soup") bone every Saturday and Sunday. He loves them. I think this is what I bought. They are about 4-5 inches long, with the white marrow in the middle. Quote Jodie D (hope to have another grey name her soon) Missing my Bridge Babies: Rusty (Cut a Rusty) 10/18/95-06/09/09 Solo (Tali Solo Nino) 01/10/98-03/25/10 Franny (Frohmader) 02/28/04-08/31/17 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trihounds Posted July 18, 2012 Share Posted July 18, 2012 We've done meaty knuckle bones with great success but I don't let them chew on the thicker weight bearing bones - at least I try not to let them. I'm concerned about slab fractures - they happen. The dogs are raw fed anyway, so they try and eat rib bones, which isn't good. We stick with turkey necks which seem to deliver the best of both worlds without the risk of a swallowed bone (rib) or a broken tooth (weight bearing bone). Quote Doe's Bruciebaby Doe's Bumper Derek Follow my Ironman journeys and life with dogs, cats and busy kids: A long road Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BatterseaBrindl Posted July 20, 2012 Share Posted July 20, 2012 I get beef bones from a local butcher...he has bags of them in his freeze. I feed mostly knuckes, which they can chew on for a long time. We keep them in the freezer and the dogs are fine with them frozen. I also get bags of chicken backs from the butcher...also kept in the freezer and fed frozen. Mmmmm. I don't like ribs...they splinter too easily. Quote Nancy...Mom to Sid (Peteles Tiger), Kibo (112 Carlota Galgos) and Joshi. Missing Casey, Gomer, Mona, Penelope, BillieJean, Bandit, Nixon (Starz Sammie), Ruby (Watch Me Dash) Nigel (Nigel), and especially little Mario, waiting at the Bridge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Bakerhounds Posted July 20, 2012 Share Posted July 20, 2012 I am looking for a turkey or chicken neck supplier in RI and would welcome any resources. TIA. Abigail and the gang of 3 in Warwick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedHead Posted July 20, 2012 Share Posted July 20, 2012 I don't know if these links will help but I am on some raw distributors lists, and here are a few links. Otherwise, most butcher stores can supply you if you ask. http://victorydogfood.com/distributors.html http://dogaware.com/diet/rawgroups.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest GenetJen Posted July 23, 2012 Share Posted July 23, 2012 Mine love turkey necks and their marrow bones! The bones keep them busy for much longer and we've never had any tooth issues. Fingers crossed... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest snoopycomehome Posted August 18, 2012 Share Posted August 18, 2012 We give frozen beef marrow bones and they LOVE them. I can't give them turkey necks b/c Dragon always swallows some part of it and then has a growly tummy and no appetite for 2-3 days. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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