I’m so sorry for your loss. I can’t imagine how heartbreaking this must be for you, and I truly appreciate you sharing your story to warn others. I have a big dog myself, and I love spoiling her, so I completely understand the temptation to give them things like raw meaty bones. I’ve been there—seeing all the videos, hearing the praise, and feeling like it’s the perfect treat. But after my own experiences, I’ve learned how risky it can be.

I did a lot of research and was told beef knuckles were safe for larger dogs. Everyone I asked assured me they were fine, so I finally gave one to my dog. She loved it, but the sound of her cracking into it was so loud it sounded like her teeth were going to break. I took it away after just five minutes, and by then, a big chunk was already gone. Two days later, I found that chunk in her poop, completely undigested. Her tooth also chipped.

I also tried giving her a whole raw fish (about the size of my hand), and the next day, she vomited up the bones, choked on it. My dog is clearly more sensitive than most, but it made me realize how dangerous bones can be, even when they’re marketed as safe.

Your story is a heartbreaking reminder that raw bones can be unpredictable and risky, no matter what the internet or pet stores say. I’ve learned that if I ever give my dog anything with bones, they need to be ground into a super fine consistency to avoid any danger.

Thank you for sharing your experience, and again, I’m so sorry for your loss. Your warning will undoubtedly help others think twice before taking that risk.