Opinions on pig ears?

[GreyhoundGirl]

I've never used them. Just haven't gotten around to it. My aunts huge GSD ate tem all the time and lived to 14 so I don't think there is anything wrong with feeding them.

[finn's mom]

I've never used them. Just haven't gotten around to it. My aunts huge GSD ate tem all the time and lived to 14 so I don't think there is anything wrong with feeding them.

I'm not saying this to pick on you or your statement, and I'm also not saying that rawhides are the worst thing available or comparable to smoking cigarettes (which I'll use in an example). I'm just saying that the mentality of "my dog ate this for his whole life and lived to be 15 so that means it's safe" is just a little outdated. I've known humans who've lived to be 100 even though they smoke cigarettes for 80 years. Doesn't make it healthy or safe just because it's possible.

[Sophist]

For what it is worth, I have decided it is not worth the worry, and the bag of tpig's ears has been tossed out. I only allow the biggest to have rawhide, and only occasionally under close supervision. I don't allow any of my dogs to have greenies. Looks like pigs ears are going to be added to that list. Thanks everyone for your input.

[lyonmild]

My Min Pin named Jet is back on the IV since her bloodwork showed she was needing more hydration and was not drinking at all. No diarrhea today and no vomiting. I am going to go see her this eve and let her sleep in my arms in a blanket. She falls asleep so fast and stops shaking. A cold metal cage, even with a blanket with all the lights and noises is very scary. I want to thank you all for your love and concern and support. It has made me feel better all day.

Jan, how are you coping?

[Vela]

I'm sorry she had to go back on IVs. I really hope she will start feeling better and be able to go home soon.