Chicken necks for dogs
Have you just discovered chicken necks? Wondering if your pooch might like them? Are they appropriate for him? What are the benefits they bring? How to ensure that your dog is safe while chewing? We will answer all your questions!
In this article we will see what a chicken neck is and the benefits it can bring to your truffettes. We will give you all the information you need to know how you can treat your dog with these treats. Finally, we will share with you the precautions to take when your dog chews on a chicken neck.
Superb crunchy treats
As the name suggests, a chicken neck is the entire neck of the chicken, it includes the spine, trachea, connective tissues and muscles. These are air-dried treats.
Chicken necks are superb crispy and 100% natural treats that you can give to your little one as a chewing activity or as a snack depending on their size.
For small dogs, chicken necks will serve as chewing activities, while for larger dogs, they will serve as a delicious snack. You can therefore offer your dog a chicken neck as a treat between meals or to congratulate him for good behavior. You'll see, he'll love it!
The benefits of chicken necks
- 100% natural: the chicken necks that we sell are 100% natural, they are free of cereals, gluten and GMOs, without additives, without colorings and without preservatives. They do not contain antibiotics, hormones, steroids, or additives.
- Promotes oral hygiene: The bones crushed by chewing exert an abrasive function which allows dental plaque to be removed naturally. The crunchy side makes cleaning more effective than with industrial products.
- Joint health: the high concentration of glucosamine and chondroitin will maintain the articular cartilage and joints of your dog. We find these nutrients in the connective tissues and cartilage of a chicken neck. Glucosamine and chondroitin are clinically proven to relieve pain in dogs suffering from arthritis or other joint diseases.
- Rich in protein: chicken necks are 55% protein, a major asset for keeping your little one in shape.
- Source of calcium: the fact that chicken necks are made of bones makes them rich in calcium. This will help strengthen your little one's bones.
Chicken necks, for what type of dog?
- Puppies from 4 months: chicken necks will be a great ally for your puppy so he can teethe. They will also allow him to soothe his gums when teething.
- Small & medium dogs: for small and medium dogs, chicken necks will be a great chewing activity, they will strengthen their jaw, while entertaining them for a few minutes.
- Large dogs & giant dogs: for large dogs, chicken necks will not be able to serve as a chewing activity, they will only take a bite. Furthermore, they can be used as educational treats.
- All ages: They are suitable for young dogs, adult dogs and senior dogs.
What precautions should you take?
Chicken necks are very safe treats, the bones will crush under your little one's teeth when he chews them, no risk of them breaking and creating sharp ends. However, as with all treats, it is important to keep an eye on your dog when giving him chicken necks.
We do not recommend chicken necks for overweight dogs, dogs with intestinal inflammation and dogs with pancreatitis.
FAQs
Are chicken necks good for dogs?
Chicken necks are very healthy treats for your little ones. Additionally, they have many benefits due to the many nutrients they contain. They will help keep your dog healthy.
Can chicken neck cause diarrhea in dogs?
Generally speaking, it is very rare to see kitties having diarrhea after eating chicken necks. Furthermore, if your dog is not used to eating chicken, you can first give him a small piece of the neck to see how he digests it. If he doesn't show any signs of poor digestion, you can offer him a whole one and little by little make it more regular.
