Bones or chewable Toys? Giving a dog a bone to chew on gives your dog vital calcium for his diet, although if are feeding your dog a balanced diet already, he will be getting more than enough calcium. There are many things made for a dog to chew on and this is good for a dog as it massages the dog's gums and it strengthens the muscles in his jawbone. However, not all dogs can chew on bones as they have a tendency to chip and these can get stuck in your dog's throat. Ask your veterinarian before giving your dog bones to chew on. An alternative to this is to give your dog chewable objects; there are many different options in the market and the advantage to these of course is that they don't chip and they contain less calories. Dog treats and snacks |