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Cooked Bones
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- Avoid Dog
- NEVER feed cooked bones. They splinter into sharp fragments causing GI perforation, choking, and blockage. Raw recreational bones under supervision only.
- Avoid Cat
- Cooked bones splinter dangerously. Can puncture intestines.
- Avoid Bird
- Bone fragments are a severe choking and impaction hazard.
- Ask a vet Reptile
- Whole prey includes bones naturally. Isolated cooked bones are not appropriate.
- Avoid Horse
- Herbivore. Bones are a choking and obstruction hazard.
- Avoid Rabbit
- Not food for rabbits. Choking and obstruction hazard.
- Avoid Small pet
- Dangerous choking and splintering hazard.
- Avoid Ferret
- Raw bones can be part of raw feeding. COOKED bones splinter — never feed cooked bones.
If your pet ate something dangerous
- Stay calm. Note what your pet ate, how much, and when.
- Call your vet or emergency animal hospital immediately.
- Call ASPCA Animal Poison Control: (888) 426-4435 A consultation fee may apply.
- Call Pet Poison Helpline: (855) 764-7661 A consultation fee may apply.
- Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed by a professional.
- Bring packaging or a sample of what was ingested to the vet.
About SafeBite
SafeBite is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your veterinarian before feeding your pet new foods, especially if your pet has known allergies, health conditions, or dietary restrictions. Toxicity can vary by species, breed, size, age, and individual health. When in doubt, contact your vet or call the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at (888) 426-4435.
Data sources: ASPCA, FDA, Pet Poison Helpline, and peer-reviewed veterinary literature.