This Common Treat Could Be Harming Your Dog’s Teeth originally appeared on Parade Pets.

Tennis balls can become lodged in a dog's throat, which is particularly ... Even if the dog manages to break the ball with its teeth, the rubber chunks and felt could still pose a threat.

Pet expert from PDSA answers your questions... Hi Charlotte, unfortunately, innocent fun with a tennis ball can quickly become life-threatening, so it’s best to trade them out for safer, vet-approved ...

However, this can be prevented with supervision. Another potential risk with tennis balls is that they may damage your dog’s teeth. The neon yellow fuzz on the outer surface of the ball is abrasive.

Dogs have a natural affinity toward tennis balls because their shape ... The material may also be abrasive to your pet’s teeth and stomach (though hopefully they won’t swallow any).

Jamie went on to explain: “Tennis balls tend to attract dirt and grit as soon as they get wet. “Within a few weeks a dog will grind down their teeth on this. “For a lot of dogs this can also ...

Dog owners have been issued a stern warning by Aussie vet and media personality Dr Chris Brown against a common practice.

Some dogs love balls, and while I wouldn’t say never play with a ball, be very vigilant. Stay away from tennis balls with abrasive fuzz that can damage teeth.” But 6 out of 7 of the launchers ...