Are beef bones safe for dogs?

Dogs can't be given a bone that's too big, but they can be given a bone that is too small. Bones that are too small can be choking hazards and cause significant oral trauma. If your pet breaks off pieces of raw bone I recommend removing them. Never cook raw bones; cooked bones splinter and are dangerous. read more

“Some people think it’s safe to give dogs large bones, like those from a ham or a roast,” says Dr. Carmela Stamper, a veterinarian in the FDA’s Center for Veterinary Medicine. “Bones are unsafe no matter what their size. read more

" As is often the case, the answer depends on the details. Cooked bones should always be off-limits. read more

Bones to Feed · Raw bones. Almost any raw bone is safe for dogs. Believe it or not, raw chicken, turkey, lamb, beef, or even oxtail bones can be fed in their natural raw form. read more