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KTÓRE KOŚCI WYBRAĆ? CZY TO BEZPIECZNE?

KTÓRE KOŚCI WYBRAĆ? CZY TO BEZPIECZNE?

BONES: AN IMPORTANT PART OF DOG’S NUTRITION.

Dogs and cats need an optimal amount of calcium, best provided by fresh, meaty bones. A RAW dog diet should include 10-15% of bones, and a RAW cat diet should consist of 5-7% of bones.

THE ESSENTIAL GUIDELINES YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE FEEDING YOUR DOG BONES

Raw meaty bones are the best source of calcium. Such bones can be fed whole or ground (this is exactly what we use in ZENOO food)

  • Safety. Always choose raw meaty bones that are safe to feed in a RAW diet
  • Supervision. When feeding bones intended for games, or dental care (description below), it is advisable to monitor the pet
  • Forget boiled bones. Do not feed cooked bones to pets, as this significantly increases the chances of choking (see below for more information)

SAFE MEATY BONES:

Raw fleshy bones are edible bones covered with raw muscle meat and connective tissue.

Bones are essential in a RAW diet as they provide pets with the necessary calcium and other nutrients that play a vital role in building firm stools, but it is important to feed only raw meaty bones that are safe for consumption.

#WINGS

Raw chicken and duck protein wings are perfect for feeding raw bones. Useful for small breed dogs and cats that need smaller portions.

Turkey wings can be fed to large and huge dogs, but it is recommended to divide them into the drumette, wingette, and wing tip.

The bone found in turkey drumettes is dense and breaks in a way that can be risky. The drumette can be deboned to feed the muscle meat, and the remaining bone can be saved to make bone broth.

#NECKS

Chicken, turkey and duck necks are great meaty bone options to add to a RAW diet to satisfy your puppy's need for bone gnawing. Raw necks are a good source of meaty bones to help clean teeth and maintain good oral hygiene.

IMPORTANT: Many grocery stores sell the necks cut by machinery, so the necks are not as meaty. These bones are not advisable to give because of the sharp edges cut by cutting machines and because a thin layer of muscle covers the bones.

#FEET

Raw chicken and duck feet have less meat but can be served to all pets.

Raw feet contain a lot of ligaments and connective tissue, an excellent source of natural collagen and chondroitin.

Pork feet are another option. Pork feet, due to their size, are better suited for large and huge dog breeds. Pork feet have a high level of fat and may not be suitable for dogs with overweight or digestive problems from fatty food.

#CHEST BONES

Chicken and duck "frames" are the intact ribs and backs after the breast meat has been removed. These raw meaty bones have lots of small bones, but they can be stuffed with muscle meat or organs, creating a wonderful delicacy for your four-legged friend.

#TAILS

Pork, lamb and goat tails are excellent meaty bones suitable for dogs of all sizes. These bones are soft enough to feed smaller dogs in smaller portions.

MORE DANGEROUS MEATY BONES

There are also raw meaty bones that are dangerous for dogs and cats to consume. Some bones are too dense to be used safely, while others are machine-cut, creating sharp edges on the bones.

RIBS

Pork, lamb and goat ribs are meaty bones however, they are not recommended to be fed to your four-legged friends. Single rib bones are dangerous, as there is risk of choking.

Rib bones from larger animals, such as beef, should be avoided as they are denser than the bones mentioned above. These bones increase the risk of tooth fractures.

MACHINERY CUT BONES

Many human foods are machine-cut, and such bones should not be included in a pet's diet. In this way, bones are cut smaller and have sharp ends that can injure pets while they’re eating it. When buying such bones, it is recommended to cut the meat from the bones and make bone broth from the remaining bones.

POULTRY THIGHS

Poultry thigh bones are very dense and split. These bones are risky to give to dogs, so it is recommended to remove the muscle meat from the bones, feed boneless meat and use the bone for bone broth.

LONG BONES

Long bones are found in large animals (cows, deer, ox, etc.). These bones can cause tooth and jaw fractures if the pet persistently chews on the bones. In addition, swallowing large pieces can block the digestive tract.

However, if the pet chews gently, long bones can be fed. Such consumption of bones helps to clean the teeth from stones and plaque. When presenting a long fleshy bone, it is advisable to observe the pet to avoid any injuries. When the meat is gnawed off the bone, or the dog no longer wants the bone, do not throw the bone away, it can be left for the broth!

DANGEROUS BONES:

Boiled, stewed, roasted, smoked, dehydrated or otherwise processed bones are hazardous. These bones are dry and brittle because the cooking process changes the bones' molecular structure and removes all moisture, making them break easily. These bones should never be given to your pet.

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