They have no preservatives – even natural preservatives such as salt or smoke that are not beneficial to the health of your dog.The most common and much healthier alternative to rawhide is ‘beef chews’, because: Rawhide chews can cause acute pancreatitis, which can vary from mild gastrointestinal upset to collapse and death.Other dangerous additives can include antibiotics, lead and insecticides.Arsenic, ethoxyquin, formaldehyde and other chemicals such as BHA and BHT are commonly used as preservatives.Rawhide contains chemical preservatives and has been treated with other chemicals in processing.
To remove all traces of the lime solution and to sanitize the rawhide product, commercial makers then rinse the hides in a bleach solution.This process is highly caustic but the most efficient for mass production The Lime solution is the quickest and most often utilized by manufacturers. The hair is removed in either an Ash-Lye solution or a Lime solution.The flesh side is scraped clean of all remaining meat, membrane, fat, etc.Rawhide is the tough inner layer of bull, cow, water buffalo and horsehides – a by-product of the meat industry.Rawhide is one of the most common items given to dogs to chew but beware as it is also the most dangerous. Rawhide bones provide a safer, more durable chewing solution that satisfies dogs’ natural cravings and discourages destructive chewing habits.Īlthough the vast of majority of dogs safely enjoy rawhide and its healthy benefits, you should always supervise your dog while they chew, select products that are appropriate for their size, and give them access to plenty of fresh water.It is natural for all dogs and especially puppies to chew – that’s one of the ways they explore and learn. Fur friends are born with an instinctive urge to chew, and many dogs will munch on potentially dangerous items such as woodwork or furniture if they’re not given an appropriate chewing outlet. Is Rawhide Safe for Dogs?Ĭadet rawhide is safe for dogs because we adhere to high-quality standards. The rawhide used in Cadet chews are batch tested throughout the process for quality assurance.įacilities where our rawhide products are made have also achieved globally benchmarked pet food safety certifications to ensure our chews meet the highest standards. Cadet® dog chews are then sorted, packed and inspected before shipment. The animal hide used to make rawhide is cut, washed, shaped, and dried in an oven. Made with a patent-pending Easy-Digest Grid Design, these chews feature strategically placed holes throughout that help each chew soften faster and digest easier in the stomach. There are also many non-traditional, highly digestible rawhide chews including our premium Smart Hide™ chews. While rawhide is considered digestible, it is recommended to supervise the use of all edible chews to ensure that your dog does not bite off pieces too large to swallow. Chewing is a natural way for dogs to cope with stress and boredom, and long-lasting rawhide provides an outlet to manage these emotions. Rawhide also keeps dogs busy and promotes healthy behavior.
Rawhide helps prevent plaque and tartar buildup through dogs’ natural chewing action by rubbing and scraping the teeth clean, promoting healthy teeth and gums. One of the greatest benefits of natural dog chews such as rawhide-in addition to the great taste they offer dogs-is the dental aspect. While dogs typically love beef hide’s natural flavor, you can also choose from basted rawhide chews containing flavors such as beef, chicken, or peanut butter to make them even more irresistible for your fur friend! Benefits of Rawhide This natural chew comes in a variety of traditional shapes and sizes, ranging from fun braided donut-shaped rings to thick knotted rawhide bones. Rawhide can be less expensive and longer lasting than other chews, and its delicious flavor has been a favorite among dogs of all breeds for generations. Most rawhide dog chews are mainly sourced from beef cattle hide, however you can also find chews made from pork hide and buffalo hide. The inner layer of the hide is predominantly used to make rawhide chews for dogs, whereas the top layer is typically tanned and utilized for fashion accessories such as shoes and handbags. Traditionally, hides are split (divided into two layers). What is rawhide? Rawhide refers to the hide of an animal that is untanned.
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