Can dogs eat Turkey gizzards?

can dogs have turkey gizzardsYes

Overview

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Can dogs eat turkey gizzards? Yes, turkey gizzards are low-fat muscle meat for dogs. They contain high amounts of B vitamins and essential minerals, including iron, phosphorous, and zinc. But only serve small amounts of turkey gizzards as they are high in cholesterol.

Benefits

health-benefits
  • Turkey gizzards are muscle meat with low-fat content but high levels of vitamins B3 and B12, which promote healthy brain function.
  • Turkey gizzards are packed with niacin and riboflavin that promote a healthy metabolism.
  • Turkey gizzards are rich in iron, phosphorus, and zinc; minerals that promote a healthy heart and also strengthen the immune system.

Risks

health-risks
  • Turkey gizzards are high in cholesterol; excessive consumption could cause cardiovascular issues in dogs.
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Servings

serving-suggestions
  • Raw feeders feed turkey gizzard to their dogs as part of their raw diet.
  • Limite organ meat such as turkey gizzards to no more than 20% of your dog's total diet to keep his diet nutritionally balanced.

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