
Chicken neck
A chicken neck is the part of a chicken's anatomy that connects the head to the body. It contains a small amount of meat, along with bones, cartilage, and connective tissue.
Why we feed?
Chicken necks are rich in protein and contain essential nutrients like calcium and phosphorus, which support healthy bones, teeth, and joints. Chicken necks also provide a source of glucosamine and chondroitin, which promote joint health, particularly in aging dogs. When fed raw, chicken necks are soft enough for dogs to chew and digest, helping to clean teeth by scraping away plaque and tartar. They are suitable for dogs of all ages, including puppies.

How to feed?
Chicken necks can be included as the 10-12 % edible bone requirement in your dog’s raw diet. Chicken necks, like all bones, must be fed raw.
Additional info?
There is a common misconception that chicken bones are dangerous for dogs. However, chicken bones can be safe for dogs as long as they are properly sized and fed raw. Although all bones can splinter, cooking them increases the chances because is changes the matrix within the bone and makes them less digestible. Raw bones have meat and connective tissue surrounding them which aids in digestion and decreases the chances of splintering.
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