People: REVIEW: Chew on This – Scout & Zoe's Antlers Are Healthy, Long-lasting Treats REVIEW: Chew on This – Scout & Zoe's Antlers Are Healthy, Long-lasting Treats Editor’s note: Dr. Lee Pickett has retired, but Creators continues to distribute columns from her archive. This one is from 2022.

Understanding the Context

Q: Ava, my 2-year-old dog, was chewing an elk antler when she started ... Dogs like to chew. And if you give them the right chew treat, you can keep them occupied and clean their teeth at the same time. Give them the wrong one and you're asking for trouble.

Key Insights

Antlers – elk ... Is it possible she broke a tooth on the antler? Are antlers OK for dogs? A: Dogs should never chew hard objects such as elk or deer antlers, dried cows' hooves, dried pigs' ears, natural bones, hard ... Q: Ava, my 2-year-old dog, was chewing an elk antler when she started licking her lips and grinding her teeth.

Final Thoughts

Later, she rejected a small, soft treat, which she’s never done before. Is it possible ... Reading Eagle: Antlers and other hard chews can break dogs’ teeth [Ask the Vet] Antlers and other hard chews can break dogs’ teeth [Ask the Vet]