Can dogs eat Goldfish?

can dogs eat goldfishNo

Overview

dog-food-safety-information

No. Although edible, goldfish is not a suitable food for dogs as it lacks nutritional value. It can also be a choking hazard because of its small size. Goldfish may also be infected with fish tuberculosis which is transmissible to dogs..

Risks

health-risks
  • Although goldfish are edible, they are typically not eaten by humans and animals.
  • Goldfish are susceptible to mycobacterium or fish tuberculosis which can be transmitted to humans.
  • Goldfish is small and bony, which makes it a choking hazard for dogs.
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