Can dogs eat Goat cheese?

can dogs eat goat cheeseYes

Overview

dog-food-safety-information

Can dogs eat goat cheese? Yes, goat cheese is healthy for dogs. Compared to other cheese varieties, it has lower concentrations of calories, fat, lactose, and sodium. But always set limits on how much goat cheese dogs consume to keep them from getting obese.

Benefits

health-benefits
  • Goat cheese is rich in calcium and potassium that help improve nerve and heart function, also promoting bone and muscle health.
  • It's also packed with riboflavin, vitamins K and A, folate, and niacin, which help regulate various cell and body functions.
  • Goat cheese has a lower sodium content compared to other types of cheese. It's also lower in lactose, which makes it a little easier for dogs to digest.

Risks

health-risks
  • Although goat cheese has lower calories and fat content than cow's cheese, it's still fattening, especially when consumed frequently and in high amounts. It's also high in cholesterol. Excessive consumption can lead to obesity, digestive issues, and pancreatitis.
  • Although it contains less lactose than cheese made with cow's milk, goat cheese might still trigger adverse reactions to dogs with lactose intolerance or dairy allergies.
health-risks-dog

Servings

serving-suggestions
  • Goat cheese can be given to dogs occasionally as a treat.
  • A slice of cheese (about 1 oz) is okay for a medium to a large-sized dog; opt for 1/2 oz for a small dog.

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