Can dogs eat Lamb?

can dogs eat lambYes

Overview

dog-food-safety-information

Can dogs eat lamb? Yes, lamb is an ideal source of quality protein for dogs. On the downside, it is low in taurine and has high levels of saturated fat. Thus, feeding lamb meat to dogs must be done in moderation to avoid nutritional imbalance and other health concerns.

Benefits

health-benefits
  • Lamb is an ideal source of quality protein.
  • Lamb meat is rich in vitamin B12, iron, and zinc; it helps support muscle growth and increases dogs’ energy levels.
  • Many consider lamb meat a better protein option for dogs with food allergies or intolerance.
  • Raw meaty lamb bones (not chops) are good natural treats for dogs; they also help remove plaque from a dog's teeth.

Risks

health-risks
  • Lamb is high in saturated fat and low in taurine.
health-risks-dog

Servings

serving-suggestions
  • Try to source the meat from grass-fed, free-roaming livestock.
  • Lamb can be given to your dog raw or cooked.

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