Overview
Yes. Salmon skin is a healthy occasional snack for dogs as long as it’s cooked thoroughly with no salt or seasonings. Salmon skin is an excellent source of nutrients, such as omega-3 fatty acids, protein, and vitamin B12.
Can dogs eat Salmon skin?
Benefits
- Salmon skin has high levels of omega-3 fatty acids, which are necessary for a healthy coat and skin.
- The healthy fats in salmon skin help reduce inflammation, which lowers the risk of developing joint problems in dogs.
- Salmon skin is also a good source of protein, which helps build and repair canine muscle tissues.
- Salmon skin is rich in vitamin B12 which supports a healthy brain and nervous system in canines.
Risks
- Feeding raw or undercooked salmon skin to dogs is a health risk as the fish may contain bacteria or parasites that can cause salmon poisoning or other infections and diseases.
- Salmon poisoning disease develops when dogs consume fish (including skin) that are contaminated with fluke. This internal parasite embeds in the intestinal tract and spreads through the bloodstream and to the internal organs. Symptoms of salmon poisoning include fever, vomiting, bloody diarrhea, a fast heartbeat, weight loss, eye discharge, enlarged lymph nodes, and seizures.
- Many commercial salmon skin snacks made for humans are heavily salted, thus not suitable for canine consumption. High sodium levels in dogs can potentially lead to sodium poisoning and kidney problems.
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