{"id":9948,"date":"2022-09-06T15:11:56","date_gmt":"2022-09-06T15:11:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/blog\/uncategorized\/are-pig-ears-for-puppies-a-safe-treat-option\/"},"modified":"2023-03-30T11:00:53","modified_gmt":"2023-03-30T11:00:53","slug":"are-pig-ears-for-puppies-a-safe-treat-option","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/en-us\/blog\/puppy-health\/feeding\/are-pig-ears-for-puppies-a-safe-treat-option\/","title":{"rendered":"Pig Ears for Puppies: Are They a Safe Treat Option?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Pig ears aren’t particularly tasty for people, but they often are for puppies! Having doubts? Well, listen closely. In this article, we\u2019ll share some thoughts on whether you should give your puppy pigs ears, if pigs ears are safe for puppies, their possible health benefits and, if we\u2019ve convinced you, how to introduce them to your puppy. It might be an acquired taste; it\u2019s not like they\u2019re black angus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chewing is a natural thing for puppies. You\u2019ll quickly learn that chewing is quite the thing in puppy development from the holes in your shoes. Apart from the lesson plans we give you at Zigzag, our team of puppy coaches<\/a> are always on hand for a call. They understand the highs and lows of puppy parenthood and will be happy to help you along the way. Eager for advice? Download the Zigzag puppy training app<\/a> and start your puppy training journey today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Should I give my puppy pigs ears?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Pig ears for puppies make a great recreational chew<\/a>. Puppies need to chew<\/a> a lot when they\u2019re in their initial teething stage<\/a>, cutting their adult teeth<\/a>, and later on when their brain can\u2019t seem to think of anything but chew chew chew. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

As bouncy, curious creatures that need to exercise their brains constantly, pig ears are also great boredom busters<\/a>. They help keep your puppy entertained and well away from gnawing at your sofa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The only thing to consider about pig ears are the calories. Yep, you still have to think about them, even with puppies. Pig ears do have a high-calorie content, so if you feed them regularly you should adjust your puppy\u2019s food amount<\/a> accordingly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are pig ears safe for puppies?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Pig ears for puppies are safe, but like all good things, they should be given in moderation. There are a few things to watch out for when you give your puppy a pig’s ear<\/p>\n\n\n\n