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Can dogs eat Duck wings?

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Overview

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Can dogs eat duck wings? Yes, duck wings are packed with calcium, phosphorous, and zinc. They are also an excellent source of amino acids. But cooked duck wings are off-limits to dogs as the cooked bones can break into fragments, causing mouth and intestinal injuries.

Benefits

health-benefits
  • Duck wings are bigger and meatier than chicken wings. Duck wings consist of soft bones and cartilage that make them a tasty and crunchy treat for dogs. They are packed with calcium, zinc, and phosphorus, which help keep a dog's immune system strong and bones healthy.
  • Duck wings are perfect for dogs with arthritis or growing dogs since they are high in chondroitin and glucosamine, natural compounds that help with bone and joint health.
  • Duck is considered a novel protein. Dogs with food sensitivities can also benefit from duck wings.
  • They are also an excellent source of amino acids, which are important for a dog's muscle growth.
  • Chewing on duck wings not only helps remove plaque and tartar but also helps dogs to be mentally stimulated.

Risks

health-risks
  • Excessive consumption of duck wings might cause a nutritional imbalance.
  • Because of poultry bones' small size, they are a choking hazard to dogs.
  • Cooked poultry bones are brittle and can easily splinter, which can cause choking and mouth injuries.
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Servings

serving-suggestions
  • Source organic or free-range duck wings.
  • If your dog's diet already has a balanced diet, limit edible bones or only feed them as occasional treats.
  • Duck wings can be served as treats 1-3 times a week.
  • Raw feeders often include wings from poultry as part of the raw diet. Dehydrated duck wings are also available as dog treats.
  • Always supervise your dog when feeding bones.

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