Overview
Yes, eating small amounts of pasteurized processed cheese usually will not harm a dog. However, avoid overfeeding pasteurized processed cheese to dogs, as this human food is high in salt; some contain food coloring and preservatives.
Can dogs eat Pasteurized processed cheese?
Benefits
- Pasteurized processed cheese is a source of protein that is essential for muscle health and cell repair.
- It also contains calcium for bone and tooth health.
Risks
- Pasteurized processed cheese is made by mixing natural cheese with other non-cheese and unfermented dairy ingredients. It may include artificial food coloring, emulsifiers, and preservatives which can be harmful to dogs.
- Pasteurized processed cheese is high in salt content. Consuming large amounts of cheese frequently can lead to sodium poisoning and kidney disease in dogs.
- Pasteurized processed cheese is not suitable for dogs with lactose intolerance.
Servings
- Pasteurized processed cheese should only be given to dogs occasionally in moderation.
Similar Foods
- Cheddar Cheese
- Cottage Cheese
- Brie Cheese
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- Cream Cheese
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- Stilton Cheese
- String Cheese
- Swiss Cheese
- American Cheese
- Colby Cheese
- Cotija Cheese
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