Nylabone's Plaque Attacker Line of Dog Dental Bones

Nylabone products, a division of T.F.H. Publications, announced that it is replacing its Plaque Attacker line of dental dog bones.

“When used properly, the ASPCA approved Plaque Attacker Bones are a safe and effective aide in reducing problems associated with periodontal disease in dogs,” said Glen Axelrod, President and C.E.O. of T.F.H. Publications. “However, all polyurethane dental dog bones, regardless of manufacturer, can present problems when they are inappropriate in size and have become old and worn.”

The Plaque Attacker line of dental dog bones included the four sizes of Dental Bones made from polyurethane plastic which were introduced in the early 1990’s. The produce is designed to massage a dog’s teeth and gums through specially designed dental tips on a traditional dog bone shape to prevent canine periodontal disease. When improperly monitored during use, the bones can become frayed and worn, with the possibility of large pieces being bitten off and becoming lodged in a dog’s intestinal tract.

“We are highly committed to pet safety and, while a typical small piece of the product will normally pass through a dog harmlessly, we take any amount of customer concern seriously. As such, we are discontinuing and removing all four sizes of our Bones in the Plaque Attacker line from stores and will introduce a new, improved product shortly. We will continue to work very closely with our veterinarian experts and the ASPCA to define, circulate and publish guidelines for the proper use of polyurethane dental pet products industry wide,” said Axelrod.