Is Ice Bad For Dogs?

 

To put it simply, eating ice is not fatal to your pet dog.  Realistically, the effects of your pet dog chewing ice are not as dramatic.  The enamel of your pet dog’s teeth might get damaged.

Does cubed or crushed ice make a difference?

If you find your dog begging for ice whenever he sees you get something cold to drink, you may be thinking of offering him some ice cubes.  However, try offering your pet crushed ice instead of the actual ice cubes. 

Again, ice chewing might cause your pet’s teeth to get broken, particularly if he likes crunching on his food.  So that you can minimize veterinary bills and prevent your pet from getting hurt, try avoiding frozen snack items outright and just offer your pet a filled-up water bowl.  But generally, ice pellets that have been crushed make a better choice over big solid ice cubes.

If you have concerns about your pet’s health and/or behavior, make an appointment with your veterinary clinic Middletown, DE.