Overview
Yes, occasionally adding small amounts of pork fat in a dog’s meal is okay, do not make it a regular part of their diets. Pork fat is difficult for dogs to digest. If eaten frequently, it can cause digestive issues and even pancreatitis.
Can dogs eat Pork fat?
Benefits
- Pork fat is a source of vitamin B and minerals that help support proper metabolism and good health.
- Pork fat has more unsaturated fats than beef fat and lamb fat. This means pork fat has more omega-3 fatty acids, which improve brain function and help prevent arthritis in dogs.
Risks
- Pork fat is hard for dogs to digest and can cause digestive issues, especially when consumed in large amounts.
- Pork fat, especially in excessive amounts, could also cause inflammation in dogs and irritation in the pancreas.
Servings
- In small amounts, giving pork fat to your dog occasionally should not cause any health issues.
- Avoid giving fatty food like animal fat to dogs with pancreas issues.
