If you're like most people who share your lives, homes, and hearts with a canine companion, your pet's health and happiness are some of your top priorities. However, until recently, the only dental care most dogs were given was a raw, meaty bone to chew on now and then — and this was actually an excellent dental health strategy for dogs. But these bones have fallen out of favor in some circles because they pose health hazards of their own for furry friends.