Our general rule of thumb when it comes to choosing a chew toy for your dog is, if you can’t break it or bend it with your hands, it’s not acceptable for their mouth. Dogs use their teeth as tools, so giving them something like a bone or antler increases their chances of breaking a tooth.

When deciding on which dental treat or diet to feed your pet, we recommend looking for one with the VOHC seal. This means that the diet has been approved by the Veterinary Oral Health Council and has been put through quality control and testing to prove it works on removing and preventing plaque and tartar. Learn more about it by clicking here.

Tennis balls, though a popular item for dogs to play fetch, are not recommended due to their abrasive surface. Tennis balls tend to rub on the enamel of your dogs teeth, causing it to wear over time. Not to mention that once fragmented, tennis balls pose a significant choking hazard. We suggest opting for a soft hockey ball which floats or a Kong or Chuck-It when looking for a good fetch option.