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Can dogs eat Anago?

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Overview

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Can dogs eat anago? Yes, anago is safe for dogs to munch on once it is thoroughly cooked. This eliminates the toxic protein found in anago blood. A nutrient-dense eel, anago is packed with healthy omega-3s, vitamins B1 and B2, as well as phosphorous.

Benefits

health-benefits
  • Anago is the Japanese word for Saltwater eel; it is rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which support a dog's heart health.
  • Anago is rich in vitamins A, B1, B2, B12, D, and E, along with phosphorus.

Risks

health-risks
  • Anago has low mercury levels.
  • Saltwater eel blood is poisonous to humans and mammals, but cooking can remove the toxic protein in the blood.
  • Anago eel skin is tough and slippery, which can potentially cause choking in dogs.
  • Anago bones can get stuck in the throat and cause choking. When ingested, it can cause gastrointestinal obstruction or injury.
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Servings

serving-suggestions
  • Clean the anago thoroughly. Remove the skin and the bone.
  • Never give raw eels to a dog. Instead, cook the eel thoroughly, then serve in bite-sized pieces. Give it to your dog occasionally as a treat.

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