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Can dogs eat Abalone?

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Overview

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Can dogs eat abalone? Yes, cooked abalone is safe for dogs. Avoid feeding raw ones as they are likely to carry bacteria and toxins. Abalone is high in omega-3 fats and potassium but serve it sparingly. In excess, it can cause heart disease, renal issues, and other health problems.

Benefits

health-benefits
  • Abalone is rich in calcium, phosphorus, and potassium, which is essential in bone growth and development. These minerals also support liver functions and metabolic elements.
  • Abalone is low in fat and contains EPA and DHA omega-3 fatty acids, which reduce the risk of dogs developing cardiovascular diseases, joint pains, and tumors.
  • Abalone contains iodine which promotes proper thyroid function and the focal sensory system.

Risks

health-risks
  • Abalone is high in potassium, and ingesting it in large amounts can cause heart and renal problems.
  • Although omega-3 fatty acids in abalone are beneficial to dogs, excessive quantities of it can cause a blood-thinning effect.
  • Abalone can cause allergic reactions in some dogs.
  • Abalone is not recommended for puppies.
  • Abalone shells may contain toxins and may cause stomach upset. They can also cause choking and intestinal blockage when ingested.
  • Raw abalone may contain toxins and bacteria, which can cause food poisoning in dogs.
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Servings

serving-suggestions
  • Remove the abalone from its shell and wash it. Cook the meat thoroughly.
  • Serve in small amounts occasionally. Give no more than 100 grams of abalone to fully mature adult dogs.

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