can dogs eat it
Use App

Can dogs eat Turkey bacon?

can dogs eat turkey baconCaution

Overview

dog-food-safety-information

While turkey bacon can be eaten by dogs in moderation, it’s not a healthy snack option. Turkey bacon is processed meat that’s high in salt and preservatives. When consumed excessively, it can lead to sodium poisoning, heart disease, and even cancer.

Risks

health-risks
  • Turkey bacon has high salt content. Frequent consumption in large amounts can cause dehydration, sodium poisoning, pancreatitis bloat, and heart disease in dogs.
  • Processed meats such as turkey bacon contain carcinogens known to cause cancer.
health-risks-dog

Servings

serving-suggestions
  • Turkey bacon is generally safe for dogs to eat if given as an occasional treat and in small quantities. It is not recommended to be given as part of a dog's regular diet.
  • Choose low-salt, uncured turkey bacon. Drain the bacon grease before serving to your dog.

You may also like

Articles by food type

what fruits can dogs eat

Fruit & Veg

can dogs eat human food

Human Food

can dogs eat raw meat

Meat & Offal

Diet & Recipes

Diet & Recipes

Supplements

Supplements

herbs for dogs

Herbs & Spices

can dogs eat egg and dairy

Egg & Dairy

can dogs eat seafood

Seafood

can dogs eat pumpkin seeds

Nuts & Seeds

can dogs eat grains

Grains

Oils

Oils

Plants

Plants