answer:“People food” is NOT bad for dogs. In fact, “people food” is great for dogs, but just like “people food” for humans, it has to be the right amounts of the right stuff. Bones, in particular, are very good for dogs, but they have to be raw in order for the risk of blockages to be minimised. Cooked bones become brittle and splint under your dog’s teeth, while raw bones get crushed. Raw bones are a great source of calcium and they work wonders in keeping your dog’s teeth clean. I have given my dog a raw, size-appropriate bone to chew on once a week and the vet consistently compliments her teeth even though she is 12 years old and I have never once brushed her teeth. Oh, and she has never once had an issue with blockages. Read about how to choose the right bones for your dog here.