Can dogs eat Snapper?

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Overview

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Can dogs eat snapper? Yes, feeding snapper to dogs once in a while is good for their health. This fish provides them with ample amounts of omega-3s, selenium, and vitamin A. Keep dogs from consuming too much snapper as it can result in mercury poisoning.

Benefits

health-benefits
  • Snapper is rich in omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin A, and selenium which is good for the nerves, brain, and heart.

Risks

health-risks
  • Snapper has moderate levels of mercury. Excessive consumption can lead to mercury poisoning.
  • Snapper bones are a choking hazard and can cause stomach blockage or injuries to dogs.
  • Raw snapper might contain parasites.
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Servings

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  • Clean the snapper thoroughly, cook it without seasoning.
  • Snapper should be given to dogs in small amounts occasionally.

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