Is it OK for a dog to swallow a bully stick?
Bully sticks are highly digestible, so the risk of intestinal blockage is very low. This is because bully sticks are broken down in the stomach relatively easily. However, if large pieces are swallowed, they can cause an obstruction in the throat, and cause your dog to choke.
How much of a bully stick should a dog eat?
How do I know when to take away my dog’s bully stick? Take the bully stick away and discard it once it can be swallowed whole (about 2.5- 3 inches in most cases). Some pet owners use vice grips or toys to ensure their pet doesn’t chew past a certain point.
What do I do if my dog swallowed a bully stick?
If possible, rush your dog to a vet. Or at least be proactive, contact your vet and ask to be taught some first aid techniques for your dog. If you’re not unlucky, the puppy managed to swallow the bully sticks, but this does not mean you’re in the clear.
How much bully stick is too much?
As a rule of thumb, one 6-inch medium bully stick is, on average, nine calories per inch, or about 54 calories per stick. We recommend giving your dog bully sticks no more than two to three times a weekâunless you are removing the bully stick before it is completely consumed.
Last Updated
2020-12-20 17:40:22