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The 10 best dog bones in 2024

Avoid anything listed in the unsafe section above. In general, stay away from anything that splinters, like natural bones or sticks. That includes traditional bones, like beef bones, but also other products like elk or deer antlers. Harder synthetic bones, like Nylon or plastic bones, can be okay for some dogs but may lead to tooth fractures or intestinal blockages in others.

In general, the safest bones have some pliability and will break into chewy little pieces as your dog gnaws. There is a simple test to determine if a bone is safe for a pup to chew. If a bone doesnt give a little when you press it with your thumbnail, it may be too hard.

As far as ingredients go, it isnt necessary to be too concerned about only feeding your pup organic, all-natural, grass-fed, preservative-free, additive-free treats. Animal by-products also actually have some benefits, mostly to help preserve the bones. Bones need some level of processing and preservation to keep them shelf-stable.