Another Article on the Dangers of Greenies

Yet another article about problems caused by Greenies. The disturbing information in this article is that a couple whose Miniature Dachsund died due to a severe intestinal blockage (mushy green foam was found in his intestines during surgery)was infuriated when the manufacturers of Greenies offered to pay for their dog's medical costs and give them enough money to buy another miniature Dachsund - IF they would sign a confidentiality agreement.

Veterinarian Brendan McKiernan of Wheat Ridge, Colo., a board-certified internist, disagrees.

"They don't dissolve in the stomach," he says. "When we take them out, they're not digested. And they are causing both esophageal and intestinal problems in dogs to an extent that is concerning."

But McKiernan believes incidents are underreported. Earlier this year, at a meeting of the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine, a group of gastroenterologists discussed obstructions caused by "compressed vegetable chew treats" such as Greenies. By an informal show of hands, he says, "a significant number said, 'Hey, we have problems.'"

Be very careful about what you feed your dogs, and make sure that they are supervised.