Can dogs eat String cheese?

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Overview

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Can dogs eat string cheese? Yes, string cheese provides ample amounts of calcium and selenium to dogs. Slice string cheese into bite-sized pieces before feeding to dogs. Serving it whole can cause choking and, if swallowed, can fatally block their intestines.

Benefits

health-benefits
  • String cheese contains calcium and selenium. Calcium is essential for a dog's bone and teeth development. Selenium is a powerful antioxidant that increases the immunity of dogs.
  • String cheese also makes a good low-calorie, high-value training dog treat.

Risks

health-risks
  • String cheese can cause choking in dogs especially for puppies.
  • Harmful preservatives and additives are used in making some brands of string cheese to prolong its shelf life.
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Servings

serving-suggestions
  • Cut up string cheese into small pieces to prevent choking.
  • Give a small amount of string cheese to your dog as an occasional treat.

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