Happy dogs make happy humans, and 9 other reasons science says dogs need to chew
Happy dogs make happy humans, and 9 other reasons science says dogs need to chew
SYDNEY: (Mar 27) In the wild, dogs spend a lot of their time chewing on bones, carcasses, sticks and kernels. For example, Australian dingoes can feed for up to 108 minutes in a single session.
But most domestic dogs chew far less than their free-roaming counterparts. This is largely because of the introduction of easy-to-eat, processed pet foods such as kibble, which now comprises the majority of domestic dogs’ diet.
This is a problem because although chewing carries some risks, overall it has significant benefits for dogs.
