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Reply To: Dog won't eat leg quarters or Turkey neck anymore

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theBCnut
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Hi Cannoli

Feeding neck MAY cause HYPERthyroidism. This is because some sources do not remove the thyroid gland. This is most common in beef and other red meat grinds and not usually an issue with whole turkey and chicken necks.

And yes, feeding bones can prevent plaque build up. I don’t brush any of my dogs teeth and they all have completely spotless teeth, all the way to the back. It is definitely an individual dog thing. It has to do with chewing style.

Chewing style should also be the major determinant in deciding whether or not whole bones are safe to feed.