Size matters: Choose dog bones that are big enough to prevent swallowing, yet manageable to hold.
Supervise chewing: Always monitor for choking, splintering, or signs of discomfort.
Consider frequency: Restrict chewing sessions to 15–20 minutes, once or twice a week. Consult your vet for personalised advice.
Storage: Refrigerate fresh dog bones between uses and discard after 2–3 days to prevent spoilage.

Remember: Before introducing new chews or dog bones, you can always consult your veterinarian to ensure they suit your dog’s size, age, and dietary needs, and inform yourself about the pros and cons of feeding bones to dogs.

How do I choose the right dog bone for my dog?

Selecting the right type of dog bone depends on your dog’s size, chewing behaviour, and any dietary sensitivities. Here are some key considerations:

Size matters: Choose dog bones that are big enough to prevent swallowing, yet manageable to hold.
Supervise chewing: Always monitor for choking, splintering, or signs of discomfort.
Consider frequency: Restrict chewing sessions to 15–20 minutes, once or twice a week. Consult your vet for personalised advice.
Storage: Refrigerate fresh dog bones between uses and discard after 2–3 days to prevent spoilage.

What types of natural dog bones are available?

Here's a comparison of the most common natural bone types available:

Bone Type	Raw bones for dogs
Key features	Uncooked bones from beef, lamb, or poultry, kept chilled
Things to consider	Must be stored properly. Supervise use.
Bone Type	Marrow bones
Key features	Hard bones filled with rich marrow
Things to consider	High in fat - may not be suitable for all dogs. Consult your vet for personalised advice.
Bone Type	Knuckle bones
Key features	Larger joint bones, often from beef
Things to consider	May splinter with aggressive chewers - consider chew toys for these dogs instead.
Bone Type	Rawhide bones
Key features	Processed animal hide, shaped into twists or knots
Things to consider	If your dog is prone to digestive upset, consider alternative treats for sensitive stomachs.
Bone Type	Smoked bones
Key features	Dried and flavoured through smoking
Things to consider	Long shelf life but may become brittle.
Bone Type	Air-dried bones
Key features	Naturally preserved, crunchy, shelf-stable
Things to consider	Typically have a lower splinter risk; firm but chewable.

Bone Type	Key features	Things to consider
Raw bones for dogs	Uncooked bones from beef, lamb, or poultry, kept chilled	Must be stored properly. Supervise use.
Marrow bones	Hard bones filled with rich marrow	High in fat - may not be suitable for all dogs. Consult your vet for personalised advice.
Knuckle bones	Larger joint bones, often from beef	May splinter with aggressive chewers - consider chew toys for these dogs instead.
Rawhide bones	Processed animal hide, shaped into twists or knots	If your dog is prone to digestive upset, consider alternative treats for sensitive stomachs.
Smoked bones	Dried and flavoured through smoking	Long shelf life but may become brittle.
Air-dried bones	Naturally preserved, crunchy, shelf-stable	Typically have a lower splinter risk; firm but chewable.

Tip: Supervision is essential. Ask your vet which bone types suit your dog’s size, health, and chewing habits, and remember that bones aren’t the only dog treats available.

What types of natural dog bones are available?

Here's a comparison of the most common natural bone types available:

Bone Type	Raw bones for dogs
Key features	Uncooked bones from beef, lamb, or poultry, kept chilled
Things to consider	Must be stored properly. Supervise use.
Bone Type	Marrow bones
Key features	Hard bones filled with rich marrow
Things to consider	High in fat - may not be suitable for all dogs. Consult your vet for personalised advice.
Bone Type	Knuckle bones
Key features	Larger joint bones, often from beef
Things to consider	May splinter with aggressive chewers - consider chew toys for these dogs instead.
Bone Type	Rawhide bones
Key features	Processed animal hide, shaped into twists or knots
Things to consider	If your dog is prone to digestive upset, consider alternative treats for sensitive stomachs.
Bone Type	Smoked bones
Key features	Dried and flavoured through smoking
Things to consider	Long shelf life but may become brittle.
Bone Type	Air-dried bones
Key features	Naturally preserved, crunchy, shelf-stable
Things to consider	Typically have a lower splinter risk; firm but chewable.

Bone Type	Key features	Things to consider
Raw bones for dogs	Uncooked bones from beef, lamb, or poultry, kept chilled	Must be stored properly. Supervise use.
Marrow bones	Hard bones filled with rich marrow	High in fat - may not be suitable for all dogs. Consult your vet for personalised advice.
Knuckle bones	Larger joint bones, often from beef	May splinter with aggressive chewers - consider chew toys for these dogs instead.
Rawhide bones	Processed animal hide, shaped into twists or knots	If your dog is prone to digestive upset, consider alternative treats for sensitive stomachs.
Smoked bones	Dried and flavoured through smoking	Long shelf life but may become brittle.
Air-dried bones	Naturally preserved, crunchy, shelf-stable	Typically have a lower splinter risk; firm but chewable.

Tip: Supervision is essential. Ask your vet which bone types suit your dog’s size, health, and chewing habits, and remember that bones aren’t the only dog treats available.

What are the benefits of giving my dog bones?

Dog bones can provide a chewing outlet and may support chewing behaviour. However, supervision and proper sizing are essential for safety.

What are the benefits of giving my dog bones?

Dog bones can provide a chewing outlet and may support chewing behaviour. However, supervision and proper sizing are essential for safety.

What types of dog bones are there?

There are many types of dog bones, including raw bones, long-lasting chews, marrow bones, knuckle bones, and rawhide bones. Natural dog chews can also include smoked and air-dried options.

What types of dog bones are there?

There are many types of dog bones, including raw bones, long-lasting chews, marrow bones, knuckle bones, and rawhide bones. Natural dog chews can also include smoked and air-dried options.

What are raw dog bones?

Raw bones for dogs are uncooked and should be stored frozen or refrigerated. Always supervise your dog and follow safe handling practices when offering raw bones.

What are raw dog bones?

Raw bones for dogs are uncooked and should be stored frozen or refrigerated. Always supervise your dog and follow safe handling practices when offering raw bones.