I'm not sure any of you have heard of Greenies, for dogs.  They're a treat and are supposed to clean the dogs teeth, in addition to providing a nice smelling breath.  Holly, my 5 year old Boxer/Lab, LOVES them!  I haven't given her too many, as they're not available here on the island.  But Walgreens carries them and I bought a couple bags a few weeks ago. 

Just after I'd purchased them, I heard on the News that 13 dogs had died from Greenies.  They were causing an obstruction in the intestine.  Needless to say, I got a little concerned.  Concerned enough that I'd decided Holly had had her last Greenie.  CNN has an article about this, so click the link I've provided to read more.

We had her at the Vet last week for her annual check up and I asked the Vet his opinion.  He said he'd heard about the problems with them also, but didn't say much more than that. 

Yesterday afternoon I could tell Holly wasn't feeling up to par and I happened to be standing there when she upchucked.  Thinking she'd eaten something in the yard, I was shocked to clean it up and discover about a 2 inch size of a GREENIE.....basically, it was a vivid green piece of RUBBER.  I couldn't believe it!  Mostly I couldn't believe it because it's been a little over a WEEK since she's had her last Greenie!  I don't have to tell you how grateful I am that she upchucked it, instead of it lodging in her intestine!  I can only hope and pray that's the last of it! 

For all of you dog owners, I just wanted to warn you.  How tragic to think 13 dogs died unnecessarily.  I hadn't planned to mention Greenies at all in a blog.....but after my own experience with it yesterday, I wanted dog owners that weren't aware to BE aware.  I also give Greenies to my cats and probably will continue to do so.  They love them and they're not like the canine ones.  These are little pieces, more like cat kibble. 

Just sharing my opinion......See you tomorrow.