{"id":3734,"date":"2023-06-13T16:07:09","date_gmt":"2023-06-13T16:07:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kipandtwiggys.com\/?p=3734"},"modified":"2023-06-13T16:43:13","modified_gmt":"2023-06-13T16:43:13","slug":"turkey-tendons-for-dogs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kipandtwiggys.com\/turkey-tendons-for-dogs\/","title":{"rendered":"A Guide to Turkey Tendons for Dogs"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
Turkey tendons are a relatively new choice of chew for our dogs. They are a popular option for owners looking for natural poultry chews. Are you wondering what exactly turkey chews consist of? What are the nutritional benefits and are there any downsides to feeding them? This article will discuss the pros and cons and enable you to decide if they will be a suitable treat for your dog to enjoy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Turkey tendon chews are a nutrient-dense treat option for your dog.<\/p>
They are usually dehydrated slowly over a low heat or freeze-dried or air-dried.<\/p>
They can be served as a whole intact tendon or chopped up into smaller segments.<\/p>
Turkey tendon chews are 100% natural and contain no additives or preservatives. They contain high amounts of protein and low amounts of fat.<\/p>
Turkey tendon chews are believed to be beneficial for the maintenance of good dental health. They can also provide mental stimulation for dogs and prevent boredom.<\/p>
Turkey tendon chews are very low in calories compared to other chew treats available. Caution must still be taken not to overfeed them.<\/p>
There are very few risks associated with feeding turkey tendons to dogs. Risks include choking, contamination with bacteria, gastrointestinal blockages and digestive irritation.<\/p>
Alternatives to turkey tendon treats include beef tendons, ostrich tendons, bully sticks and chicken feet.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
Turkey tendons are tough and durable tissue that has the job of attaching muscle to bones in the body. They are flexible and fibrous and are full of important nutrients. They are usually 100% natural products with no additives or preservatives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Tendons are a common by-product of the meat industry. Using them as treats for dogs ensures that more of the ‘forgotten cuts’ of the bird are put to use rather than discarded. Tendons are usually made from the Achilles tendon, but chews can be made from any tendon in the body. The tendons are usually dehydrated by air drying or baking at a low temperature for a long time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Turkey tendons usually come as dehydrated, flattened chew sticks although they can be given in their natural shape and form. They are made from tendons. As mentioned above, usually the Achilles tendon as this is the largest and most easily accessible. They are often cheaper in price as they come from a part of the carcass that is not commonly used for human consumption, so would otherwise be thrown away. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The UK produces most of their own turkey. All of the main supermarkets have British farms that source their turkey produce. The largest producer of turkey in the UK is Bernard Matthews Turkey Farm<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Where at all possible, it’s always advised to source your animal food products with approval from organisations such as RSPCA Freedom Food Standards<\/em><\/a>, <\/em>Red Tractor,<\/em><\/a>Soil Association <\/em><\/a>Scottish Organic Producers Association.<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Different countries have very different welfare standards so it is responsible to ensure the animals were treated humanely before your product was harvested. Where possible, always try to source locally to reduce the carbon footprint.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Turkey tendons are usually fed as a dehydrated snack. They are not normally fed in the raw form, although this is possible. There are very few raw products on the market compared to the dried forms. The dried forms are usually slowly baked at a low temperature or freeze-dried, or left to dry out naturally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Some of the chews are left in their natural state, still in the shape of a tendon. Others are chopped up into bite-size pieces and some are flattened out into thin strips. This means there are a few different options for you to pick from depending on your dog’s chew habits and the size and strength of their jaws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/a>Preparation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n