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==Raw Bones==
==Raw Bones==
Some vets advocate a raw meaty bone diet. Unfortunately the benefits of the chewing action associated with a raw diet are often outweighed by the negative effects, such as fractured teeth and foreign body [[Intestinal Obstruction|obstructions]], as well as the risks of gastrointestinal infections such as ''[[Salmonella]]'' and [[Campylobacter species - Overview|''Campylobacter'']].
Some vets advocate a raw meaty bone diet. Unfortunately the benefits of the chewing action associated with a raw diet are often outweighed by the negative effects, such as fractured teeth and foreign body [[Intestinal Obstruction|obstructions]], as well as the risks of gastrointestinal infections such as ''[[Salmonella]]'' and [[Campylobacter species - Overview|''Campylobacter'']].
==References==
* Stookey GK, Warrick JM, Miller LL et al. (1996) ''Hexametaphosphate coated snack biscuits significantly reduce calculus formation in dogs.'' JVD 13 : 27-30
* Harvey CE, Shofer FS, Laster L. (1996) ''Correlation of diet, other chewing activities and periodontal disease in North American client owned dogs.'' JVD 13: 101-105
* Hennet P. (2001) ''Effectiveness of an enzymatic rawhide dental chew to reduce plaque in beagle dogs.'' JVD 18: 61-64
* Brown w, McGenity P. (2005) ''Effective Periodontal disease control using dental hygiene chews.'' JVD 22 :16-19
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