Can dogs chew on raw Deer antlers?

Yes! High quality Deer Antlers are completely safe for your dogs to chew, this is because they are very unlikely to split and leave sharp edges. Deer antlers stay supple, don’t dry out, splinter or become brittle.

Once harvested, the antlers are cut down to size and the sharp points are removed or sanded down. They are then blanched to sanitise them. (Bone products should never be fully boiled as it can make them brittle). That’s all the processing which is done, so they are truly natural products!

Can Antlers Make Dogs Sick? Antlers are natural products, and if they have been prepared properly, they should not contain anything nasty that can be toxic to your dog or make them sick. However, chewing antlers can still make your dog unwell.

While most veterinarians advise staying away from antlers for dogs, if you do choose to give your dog an antler, it is a good idea to supervise him while your dog chews on it (or any chew toy).

Why are antlers good for dogs? There are many nutrients and a blood supply to help the antler grow during its cycle, which dry up inside the antler once it has naturally shed. Antlers are a great source of calcium, magnesium, fibre and iron for your dogs.

Although many split antlers are suggested to be softer and more suitable for puppies, they are still a risk. So, it wouldn’t be advisable to give a puppy any antler chew until their adult teeth have come through entirely and their bones are more mature. Therefore, a minimum age of eight to ten months would be sensible.

Elk antlers have a softer outer core compared to deer antlers which makes them easier to grind down. Whole elk antlers are a good choice for dogs that like to chew but are not heavy duty all day chewers.

Boil the antlers outside.

This step is important for removing dangerous bacteria from the antlers. You should boil the antlers outside, otherwise they will stink up your house. Before beginning, test to see if the cooking pot is large enough to fit the antlers inside.

Do not give puppies any kind of antlers to chew on. (The high protein content can cause stomach upset and diarrhea.) And finally, if you do decide to give your dog an antler chew (or any other chew as well), always supervise them to keep them safe!

In the center of the antler is a softer portion that is tastier to dogs and is similar to bone marrow. Some antlers are softer than others and you may notice that your dog chews one antler faster than another.

Also, puppy teeth fall out at around 4-6 months. So we took the plunge and allowed our puppies under 4 months to play and chew on the deer antlers. What is this? Our pups immediately loved the antlers and had no issues with cracked teeth and they barely put a dent in the antlers.

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