Whether the answer is yes or no, could you tell me why? I've received conflicting information.
2006-06-26 03:53:02 · 19 answers · asked by kitdanurse 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
She is a 12 yr old minature poodle in very good health. I do know choking is a hazard
so i do take them away from her when they get for the lack of a better word, slimy. I need to know more about the effects of it on her health. Thanks for your input so far.
2006-06-26 23:10:18 · update #1
Not while they are still attached to the pig!
2006-06-26 03:55:58 · answer #1 · answered by Answer King 5 · 4⤊ 1⤋
Yes. Much better than the rawhide snacks. Pig ears are easily digested and dogs love them.
2006-06-26 04:34:05 · answer #2 · answered by happybidz2003 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They are fun for the dog! But you need to watch the dog as they can get chocked on the pig ears. Also they are very fattening and should be given sparingly. There are also lamb ears which are not as fattening.
2006-06-26 03:57:27 · answer #3 · answered by deCoucy B 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most dogs love them! It's good for their teeth, too. Also makes them stop chewing on furniture (and you) for a while. Just make sure your dog doesn't choke on them. This can be a disaster in the makings if you don't watch them.
2006-06-26 03:59:26 · answer #4 · answered by Chrissy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No they should not.Pigs' ears have a high fat content and can lead to obesity. They can also cause stomach upset in some dogs. Because they are high in fat, they can irritate the pancreas, causing pancreatitis in susceptible dogs. This results in vomiting, lethargy, abdominal pain and diarrhea.
2006-06-26 04:02:34 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can definately give them pig ears. They love them and they dont hurt them whatsover. I have 13 dogs 100 cats peacocks roosters 20 horses you name it i have it. I have been feeding my dogs pig ears forever. No problems!
2006-06-26 04:39:20 · answer #6 · answered by pancake_tits_01 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you can buy pig ears at walmart or petco for dogs, but they are dried.
if you want to put up with the mess, i guess fresh ears from a butcher shop would be a real treat for your dog.
2006-06-26 04:08:57 · answer #7 · answered by lodeemae 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They are a choking hazard, rawhides also. Dogs chew off to large a piece and try to swallow.
2006-06-26 03:57:59 · answer #8 · answered by Stick to Pet Rocks 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I've never heard that you shouldn't, but I have given my dogs pig ears and have no adverse effects.
2006-06-26 03:57:17 · answer #9 · answered by wannabebeachbum 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i use to work for a vet and he was not a fan because after they chew on them for awhile they get gooey and the dog tries to swallow it and chokes or pukes because of it. so i guess if you throw it away before its ewwey and goeey it wouldnt be a big deal!
2006-06-26 03:59:42 · answer #10 · answered by meredith o 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on what breed of dog you have. I have 3 english bulldogs and they can't have them because they will choke. You can call you vet and ask him/her.
2006-06-26 06:23:36 · answer #11 · answered by mj 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋