11/15/2024
Giving your dog a Rawhide can turn disastrous for your dog.
As a retired petsitter, for 25 years, I have witnessed what a rawhide can do to a pet, including killing them due to choking or blockages in the gut.
We strive to provide the best for our furry friends, but sometimes, what seems like a harmless treat can hide potential dangers. There have been documented cases of dogs with pieces of rawhide lodged in their windpipe, stomach, or intestines, creating choking hazards and an intestinal blockage, gastrointestinal distress, such as vomiting or diarrhea, can occur if rawhide irritates the digestive tract . Since rawhide is a byproduct of leather, some items pose a significant challenge to a dog’s digestive system when it comes to breaking down.
During the manufacturing process, rawhide is often soaked in a cocktail of chemicals to preserve it and enhance its flavor. These chemicals can include formaldehyde or chromium salts, hydrogen peroxide, and bleach, which may pose risks to adult dogs and young puppies alike.
Safer alternatives like completely digestible Himalayan yak chews, dehydrated sweet potato chews, or any of the all meat jerky treats would be much better than a rawhide. Visit your local pet store that offers a much better alternative treat for your pooch. Your 🐕🐩 will thank you.
