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As much as we love our dogs and try to provide a loving environment for them, most dogs suffer from boredom. This often makes meal time the highlight of the dog’s day, but with many dogs, meals last only seconds then it’s back to looking for something to do.

One way you can help your dog fight boredom is to provide him with a recreational bone every now and again. Bones are not only a healthy snack for dogs, but they are great entertainment. For a dog, ripping into a nice bone is the same as us relaxing with an interesting book: it’s a relaxing way to spend some time.

The type of bone you choose will depend largely on your dog’s size and chewing habits. When choosing a recreational bone for your dog, consider the following.