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puppy owners have you ever wondered if
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antlers are a good chew toy for your
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little furball well you're not alone
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antlers are popular but are they safe
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let's find out chewing is a natural
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instinct for puppies it helps with
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teething keeps them busy and even
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strengthens their jaws but not all chews
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are created equal antlers are known for
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being long-lasting and natural but
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here's the catch antlers can be too hard
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for a puppy's developing teeth puppies
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have softer teeth than adult dogs
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chewing on something as hard as an
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antler can lead to broken teeth or
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painful fractures ouch imagine biting
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into something so hard it cracks your
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tooth not fun right puppies are at an
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even higher risk because their teeth are
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still growing another issue antlers can
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develop sharp edges over time which
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might cut your puppy gums or mouth so
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what should you give your teething pup
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instead softer Alternatives like rubber
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chew toys Bully Sticks or frozen carrots
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can provide relief without the risks at
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the end of the day safety comes first
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save the antlers for adult dogs and give
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your puppies something gentler to chew
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on trust us their teeth will thank you