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Dangerous Delight: Raw Chicken For Dogs?

You love your furry friend more than anything in the world. They are your loyal companion, your confidant, and your constant source of joy. You want to give them the best possible care, and that includes their diet.

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1 Digestive Differences
2 Risks and Precautions
3 Feeding Guidelines

However, when it comes to raw chicken, things can get a bit complicated. It’s like walking on a tightrope – one wrong move, and your pup could end up with a serious bacterial infection or an allergic reaction. But with the right knowledge and precautions, you can safely incorporate raw chicken into their diet.

As humans, we have evolved to cook our food, but dogs are still largely carnivorous. They have a much shorter digestive tract than humans, which means that their stomach acid is much stronger. This allows them to digest raw meat more easily than we can.

However, domestic dogs have been bred for thousands of years to live in close association with humans. This has changed their diet, and as a result, their digestive system has also changed. So while raw chicken may have been a staple in their ancestors’ diet, it’s important to understand the risks associated with feeding it to your furry friend today.

Digestive Differences

You may not realize it, but your dog’s ability to digest food is different than yours. Dogs have a shorter digestive tract, with a stomach that has a higher acidity level, making it easier for them to digest raw meat. However, dogs have a weaker ability to break down carbohydrates, which is why their diet should be primarily protein-based.

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Feeding your dog raw chicken can be an occasional treat, but it shouldn’t be a regular part of their diet. Raw chicken can contain harmful bacteria such as salmonella and campylobacter, which can lead to serious health issues for your furry friend. It’s essential to rinse and verify the chicken before giving it to your dog and avoid giving raw chicken to puppies.

Remember to allow frozen chicken to thaw completely before giving it to your dog. Also, avoid giving them the entire chicken carcass or mixing raw chicken with other dog food.

Risks and Precautions

To ensure your furry friend stays healthy, it’s important to take precautions and be aware of the risks when feeding them raw chicken.

Raw chicken can be contaminated with harmful bacteria, such as Salmonella or Campylobacter, which can cause vomiting, diarrhea, and even death in dogs. In addition, feeding your dog raw chicken regularly can lead to a nutritional imbalance, as it lacks important nutrients that dogs need to thrive.

To reduce the risk of bacterial infection, always rinse and verify the chicken before giving it to your dog. Avoid giving raw chicken to puppies and do not give the entire carcass or mix raw chicken with other dog food.

Make sure to allow frozen chicken to thaw completely before giving it to your dog. If your dog shows any signs of illness after eating raw chicken, such as lethargy or loss of appetite, contact your veterinarian immediately.

Remember, while raw chicken can be an occasional treat for dogs, it’s important to feed it in moderation and take the necessary precautions to keep your furry friend healthy.

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Feeding Guidelines

When feeding your furry friend, it’s important to keep in mind their body weight and only give them raw chicken in moderation. A good rule of thumb is to limit your dog’s consumption to only 2% of their body weight. For example, if your dog weighs 50 pounds, they should only eat one pound of raw chicken per week.

This will help prevent any potential bacterial infections and ensure that your dog is getting a well-rounded diet. It’s also important to note that raw chicken should not make up the majority of your dog’s diet. It should only be given as an occasional treat or supplement to their regular food.

Mixing raw chicken with other dog food or giving them the entire chicken carcass is not recommended, as it can lead to choking or digestive issues. So, while raw chicken can be a delicious and nutritious addition to your dog’s diet, it should always be given in moderation and with caution.

6th June 2023

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