{"id":46,"date":"2024-05-15T18:16:42","date_gmt":"2024-05-15T23:16:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.jenisonanimalhospital.com\/blog\/?p=46"},"modified":"2024-05-15T18:16:42","modified_gmt":"2024-05-15T23:16:42","slug":"chew-on-this-the-role-of-dental-chews-and-toys-in-pet-oral-health","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.jenisonanimalhospital.com\/blog\/chew-on-this-the-role-of-dental-chews-and-toys-in-pet-oral-health\/","title":{"rendered":"Chew on This: The Role of Dental Chews and Toys in Pet Oral Health"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Chewing plays a central role in a dog\u2019s daily life. Puppies learn to chew as a way to soothe gum pain caused by incoming teeth, and as they grow, this behavior channels energy and prevents boredom, frustration, and stress. Chewing has a tremendous influence on pet dental health. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pet owners looking to maximize their pet\u2019s oral health<\/a> may wonder whether dental chews and toys are worth the hype. Incorporating these into a pet\u2019s routine can definitely pay off, but there are some important considerations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

The Big Picture<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Chewing can be frustrating when a pet doesn\u2019t have the right items designed to satisfy the behavior. Pets may easily find shoes, socks, furniture or other household objects to work their jaws, gums, and teeth. This not only causes damage to human belongings, but may even expose a pet to harm through choking, poisoning, or gastrointestinal obstruction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When viewed as a necessary facet of healthy development and behavior, chewing serves as an important outlet. Finding the right quality and variety of dental chews and toys can support a pet\u2019s needs, and maintain oral health to boot. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chew Toys for Pets<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

We recommend providing your pet with chew toys that are sturdy enough to withstand constant biting, and protect them from chipping or cracking. Try to press your fingernail into the surface of the chew toy. If you can see an indent, your pet\u2019s teeth won\u2019t become damaged by chewing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n