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Top U.S. Veterinarians Say Greenies(R) Are Safe and Effective for Dogs

In a series of testimonials celebrating Pet Dental Health Month, leading U.S. veterinarians said today that Greenies® remain the best, most effective dental dog treat on the market and that they are safe for canine consumption when used as directed.

Support from the veterinarians and pet dental specialists from across the nation came in light of recent questions from some pet owners about the digestibility of Greenies®, which has been on the market and safely consumed by hundreds of thousands of dogs since 1998.

"I've been recommending Greenies® to my patients for years because of its beneficial effect in improving a dog's dental health by keeping teeth and gums clean," said Dr. Alan Mann of Greentree Animal Clinic in Pittsburgh, PA. "Dog owners love Greenies® because it improves a dog's breath and dogs seem to love the taste of the treats -- there has to be a reason that 650 million treats have been sold since Greenies® first hit the market."

Veterinarians also commented on the digestibility and edibility of the popular green treat in reaction to a lawsuit from a New York City couple who claim that Greenies® played a role in the death of their miniature dachshund.

Dr. Barron P. Hall, fellow of the Academy of Veterinary Dentistry from Cincinnati commented on the responsibility of pet owners to monitor their pet's chewing and eating behavior, "Just as a parent must be careful what kind of food a child puts into its mouth, it is a pet owner's responsibility to ensure they buy the right size treat for their dog and that their pet consumes every treat in an appropriate manner."

Below are other veterinarians recommending Greenies®:

Dr. Norbert (Pete) Zander, veterinarian at the Auburn Animal Clinic in Auburn, KS said, "We have had no problems with Greenies® in any way. I continue to suggest that the treat serves as an aid in keeping teeth clean while giving the pet a delicious snack."

"Greenies® are a very effective dental treat stunting the growth of tartar and plaque on dog's teeth," stated Dr. Larry Fischer of Western Hills Veterinary Hospital in Kansas. "Since dental cleanings on pets are done under anesthesia, the effectiveness of Greenies® in dental health reduces the number of dental anesthetics while saving money and avoiding risks."

The Veterinary Oral Health Council (VOHC) certified Greenies® in all its sizes to be effective in controlling plaque and tartar build up on teeth for all sizes of Greenies which are sized specifically for various weight categories of dogs. The VOHC is part of the American Veterinary Dental College. Greenies® is the only edible treat out of hundreds on the market to be certified for its oral health effectiveness.

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