Rawhide is purported to be a terrible risk for dogs. I have to admit I haven't seen any confirmed sources for this rumor, but unfortunately it sounds very likely that its true, given the current state of human food and pet food manufacturing.
Formaldehyde, arsenic, BHA/BHT, and many other dangerous preservatives used in tanning leather are supposedly used in the making of raw hide chews for dogs. Some pet sites say that US-made rawhide is likely to contain lower levels of toxins than those made in China, Mexico and other countries.
If any readers find original sources, I'd like to see it. Until then, I'll seek out the clean brands, I heard there's one with a red fire hydrant on the label. Let's put it this way, I seek out nail polish without formaldehyde, why would I let my dog put it in his mouth?
Friday, July 25, 2008
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