OK, I admit it. My nine-month-old Labrador mix pup is a
pretty assertive chewer. She’s gone
through more chew toys than I can count.
That’s why I followed a friend’s recommendation and popped
for a medium-sized $9 all-natural
elk antler piece for her to chew. The friend pointed out that her own dog
had enjoyed a single elk antler for more than six months.
She loved it. In fact, she wouldn’t leave the elk
antler chew alone. It kept her busy, happily gnawing away, for longer than
any toy she has ever tried.
However, within a
day, this is what her all-natural elk antler looked like.
Not exactly a bargain
to sink one’s teeth into.
After a day of chewing, my dog’s elk antler piece looks as
dangerous as a turkey bone, having broken into multiple extra-sharp pieces. I
had to take it away from her and toss it in the trash, for her safety’s sake.
Maybe all-natural elk antlers are safer for older dogs, who are
not teething and don’t tend to chew so assertively. Perhaps the bigger
elk antlers are worth the extra money, if they don’t break apart so easily.
Still, I have to wonder.
But I guess I won’t be dropping any more bucks for elk
antlers anytime soon.
Image/s:
Adapted from Elk Antler
product promo photo
fair use
Additional photo by
LAN for Fad to the Bone
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