Here’s a bit of health news for pet owners.  The FDA said dogs should not be given bones of any kind.  According to a vet at the FDA, even large bones, like a ham or a roast, are unsafe.
“Some people think it’s safe to give dogs large bones,” said Carmela Stamper, a veterinarian in the Center for Veterinary Medicine at the FDA.  “Bones are unsafe no matter what their size.”
All bones can cause broken teeth, constipation, and mouth or tongue injuries.  Also, bones or bone fragments can get stuck in a dog’s esophagus or even its stomach, which might require surgery.  Worse yet, a real bone can cause a deadly bacterial infection of the abdomen, called peritonitis.  This happens when bone fragments poke holes in a dog’s stomach or intestines.

Karen Owoc

Karen Owoc is a certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist specializing in cardiopulmonary rehabilitation and lifestyle medicine. Her science-based approach to longevity, nutrition, and muscle health has made her the go-to source for health seekers and medical professionals alike. Karen's best-selling book on functional longevity, "Athletes in Aprons: The Nutrition Playbook to Break 100", and her transformative perspective have mended many minds, hearts, and spirits.

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