Can dogs have pork shoulder bones?

They also get all the rib bones after we are finished with them. The mutt dog is 14 yrs old and the retreiver is 2 and never had a problem. With that being said, I do not give them cooked chicken bones because I was told by the Vet to only give them raw chicken bones. read more

Pork bones can clean your dog's teeth much more effectively than dog biscuits, and without adding unhealthy sugars and fillers to your dog's diet. Pork is high in protein, and dogs' diets should consist primarily of protein. Dog owners who have switched to a raw diet report numerous changes in dog health, including improved skin and coat. These changes have not been tested by rigorous scientific studies, but anecdotal evidence from dog owners is readily available. read more

My grandfather always gave pork bones to the dogs, but never chicken bones unless they were raw. Pork and beef bones he said were good, and they never had an issue. Every dog that old codger had lived until they were 15 years old at least it seemed. read more

When I fed my dogs a BARF diet, I stayed away from pork bones because even when raw, they were sharper than anything else. Do educate yourself before putting your dog at risk. If you have any doubt after reading these answers, call your veterinarian. read more