Objective:
Can raw beef bones help dogs naturally clean their teeth? This study aimed to find out how two types of raw bones—cortical bone (CB) and spongy bone (SB)—reduce dental tartar (calculus) in adult dogs.
Method:
Eight adorable 3-year-old Beagle dogs took part in this study. Over two testing periods, each dog got a raw beef bone daily:
- CB bones (harder, medullary bone): Given for 12 days.
- SB bones (softer, spongy bone): Given for 20 days.
Researchers tracked how much dental tartar was reduced using special imaging software.
Results (Prepare to Be Amazed!):
- CB Bones (12 days):
- In just 3 days, tartar was reduced by 35.5%!
- By the end of the study, tartar had dropped by an incredible 70.6%!
- SB Bones (20 days):
- In only 3 days, tartar was reduced by 56.5%!
- By day 12, tartar reduction hit 81.6%.
- At day 20, tartar was nearly gone, with an 87.8% reduction!
The spongy bones (SB) worked faster and more effectively overall. Plus, the dogs safely chewed and consumed the bones without any issues like tooth fractures or blockages.
Conclusion:
Raw beef bones, especially spongy ones, are a fun, natural, and effective way to keep your dog’s teeth clean and healthy. Goodbye tartar, hello sparkling smiles!
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Try adding raw bones to your dog’s routine and watch their teeth shine while they enjoy every chew! 🐶✨
