Is it OK for a dog to play with a plastic bottle?
Although tossing your empty water bottle to your furry friend may seem harmless enough, veterinarians warn not to leave your best friend chewing on a bottle unattended. Even young puppies can break the surface of the plastic bottle rather easily. Unfortunately, pieces of torn plastic or the bottle cap can be ingested.
Why do dogs like playing with plastic bottles?
Dogs love to chew plastic bottles because they make an amazing crunching noise. Most dogs chew plastic bottles for the thrill of the chew and sound, but some may actually be chewing because they crave plastic. It is important to make sure your pup is safe as plastic bottles can be a hazard.
Is a water bottle a good toy for a dog?
As we discussed above, water bottles are fun to chew, making them prime targets for dog chompers. They have a nice combination of rigidity and flexibility, which really seems to excite dogs. They’re tough enough to be fun to chew, while still soft enough that your dog can squeeze them with his mouth.
Is plastic bad for dogs?
Yes, sometimes your dog will pass the seemingly impassible. Speaking from experience though, every time your dog ingests plastic, it becomes a gamble for a potential foreign body obstruction. Another concern is dog chews, hard teething-type, compressed food “bones”, actual bones, and rawhides.
Can I give my dog a water bottle?
Many dogs love chewing on water bottles. Several dangers can arise though and water bottles should be avoided. The cap of the water bottle can come off and the dog can swallow it leading to a blockage. Also, dogs can tear off pieces of the plastic pretty easily resulting in sharp, rough edges.
What plastic is safe for food?
Plastics that are safe to use as food storage containers include: Plastic #1: PET or PETE – (Polyethylene Terephthalate) Plastic #2: HDPE – (High Density Polyethylene) Plastic #4: LDPE (Low Density Polyethylene)
