[Rottie]

You`ve guessed it - I have a Rottie.

He is a big strong boy of 49 kg., like a sandbag with legs. All muscle and a real bouncer.

But he only has two items, one is a Nylabone and the other a large Kong.
Both are fairly indestructible although the Nylabone obviously gets smaller with time.

We tried a rear tractor tyre, but it made the lounge untidy.
No problem with the Kong, he likes it when a few treats are put in the hole.

Question ?
Nylabone. Part toy, part chew. Does it really clean a dogs teeth ?

Could anybody using this chew comment ? Also, does it wear the teeth ? It sure looks as if it will being so hard, it would certainly wear mine.

I am concerned with the clean or wear factor and not at all sure which outweighs the other.

PS - The Nylabone is a health hazard, we have to be very careful he does`nt drop it on our toes, because if he does (and has) it makes the eyes water.

[DoggieVogue]

From what I understand, nylabones are perfectly safe and healthy for the dogs. But there are a ton of different types of nylabones, some are safe and edible and others are just for chewing. Which one does your rottie have? I'd recommend taking a look at the nylabone website for more information or also asking your vet! But my dogs have always eaten them and are perfectly fine! Also, my little one who has enjoyed them more than my larger dog seems to have cleaner teeth, but I'm no expert!

[Rottie]

Originally Posted by DoggieVogue

From what I understand, nylabones are perfectly safe and healthy for the dogs. But there are a ton of different types of nylabones, some are safe and edible and others are just for chewing. Which one does your rottie have? I'd recommend taking a look at the nylabone website for more information or also asking your vet! But my dogs have always eaten them and are perfectly fine! Also, my little one who has enjoyed them more than my larger dog seems to have cleaner teeth, but I'm no expert!

Hello and thanks for the reply.

My dog has this :-
Nylabone Galileo Chew Bone is the best dog bone for avid chewers.

Its nylon construction and moulding offer a very strong bone that will take years to crush.
It also has bristle- like projections to help clean the dog’s teeth and massage the gums. You will find that it also prevents plaque from forming on the teeth.

* Super strong.
* Helps to clean teeth.

It cost about £12 or $20. Don`t know much other than what is on the net or package. Edible ? No idea, but it goes in time. And like I said - it is an efficient toe breaker.

[DougGeneration]

I knew it from the start, most users are like that you know.

This will definitely be of help, if you haven't read it already that is,

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Still can't post link so you'll have to copy+paste so you can check it out!

the web says "synthetic polymer shaped like a bone" it is inedible and should not be digested.

So it makes you wonder how it is sold as a chew toy knowing that dogs will eat it?

Many toys have the disclaimer that they are not to be eaten and taken away once any of the toy is broken off.

For this reason I mostly use large raw bones for our dog, or solid rubber toys like kong. This is because rubber is inherently much more safe than synthetic polymers. Of course both can break off and cause intestine blockages which will obviously really hurt your dog.

Regarding chewing, if you dont brush your dogs teeth, chewing is important to activate saliva and help with cleaning the teeth. Chewing bones will help clean teeth, but like you are aware, over chewing will wear teeth. If your dog is one that will chew a bone until there is nothing left, you should not leave them with a bone while you are away from home.

A great alternative is big chunks of rawhide. it is low call, hard wearing, natural and ok to digest.

[Rottie]

Originally Posted by The Dog Walker,Pet sitter

the web says "synthetic polymer shaped like a bone" it is inedible and should not be digested.

So it makes you wonder how it is sold as a chew toy knowing that dogs will eat it?

Many toys have the disclaimer that they are not to be eaten and taken away once any of the toy is broken off.

For this reason I mostly use large raw bones for our dog, or solid rubber toys like kong. This is because rubber is inherently much more safe than synthetic polymers. Of course both can break off and cause intestine blockages which will obviously really hurt your dog.

Regarding chewing, if you dont brush your dogs teeth, chewing is important to activate saliva and help with cleaning the teeth. Chewing bones will help clean teeth, but like you are aware, over chewing will wear teeth. If your dog is one that will chew a bone until there is nothing left, you should not leave them with a bone while you are away from home.

A great alternative is big chunks of rawhide. it is low call, hard wearing, natural and ok to digest.

A good interesting post.

These Nylabones do get chewed to a solitary chunk and when it looks dangerous, I chuck them away. When I had my had my first dog in 1972, we used to give her marrow bones from the Butcher. She loved them, but I never liked the "splinter" problem of sharp bone fragments going into her tummy, so stopped it.

I cannot accept that a dogs digestion can dissolve bone fragments. All I see is a stomach made raw by sharp bone pieces. So, Bones are OUT !

I do not see any problem with a dog eating very small fragments of Nylon. The material is inert and simply goes right through them without any adverse effect. Even WE could do the same.