11
May
Can Dogs Chew On Pine Branches. When dogs chew wood their teeth break the wood into several sharp pieces that can cause damage to their body in a number of ways. Nausea stress anxiety hunger or underlying medical conditions can cause this strange disorder. Why Then Should I Keep My Dog Away from Pine Cones. Even batting them around with their paws can be unsafe for dogs as sap or oil from the pine cones can get on their paws the dog then licks their paws and that sap or oil will get into their body.
There is also the risk of dogs accidentally swallowing smaller pine cones whole. Nausea stress anxiety hunger or underlying medical conditions can cause this strange disorder. Why Then Should I Keep My Dog Away from Pine Cones. Chewing pieces of wood is a classic canine pastime often encouraged by owners who throw sticks for their pet to fetch. Although pine cones are not toxic to dogs they should not eat or chew on pine cones. Also if your pet is chewing on the branches there is a good chance he is also swallowing some of the needles.
Why Then Should I Keep My Dog Away from Pine Cones.
Fibers of the pine cone can break off and cause a choking hazard Large pieces of pinecone can become lodged in the intestines causing an intestinal blockage Pine sap and needles carry substances that can cause allergic reactions in some dogs Pinecones may be covered with fertilizers or pesticides which are toxic to dogs. Nausea stress anxiety hunger or underlying medical conditions can cause this strange disorder. Also if your pet is chewing on the branches there is a good chance he is also swallowing some of the needles. My dog likes to chew on sticks and small branches should I be worried. Consider bringing a ball for your dog to chase rather than tossing a stick. They can also cause cuts in their mouths.