Why do dogs chew bones?

Dogs love to chew. That instinct is so strong they'll chew on anything. That means if you don't provide proper chew toys, they'll seek out things like your shoes, clothes, furniture and household objects. By chewing to get at the marrow, dogs also grind the bone to dust and get the much-needed calcium. read more

Dogs enjoy chewing on bones because bones are powerhouse of nutrition. Filled with highly nutritious marrow, bones make a perfect food for dogs. By grinding bones into powder, dogs manage to get calcium for themselves. read more

Evolution uses the trick of making necessary behaviors for survival of the individual or species pleasurable (like eating or sex) and so it has made the bone chewing eating behavior dogs such a great satisfaction for them. read more

By chewing to get at the marrow, dogs also grind the bone to dust and get the much-needed calcium. • Teething and dental Issues: When puppies are teething, they’ll often chew to relive pain. read more