Overview
Yes, dogs can eat roasted turkey. However, remove all the turkey bones before serving since they are choking hazards. Also, make sure that it is free from onions and other dangerous ingredients to dogs.
Can dogs eat Roast turkey?
Benefits
- Roast turkey is rich in protein which is essential in a dog's muscle development and cell repair.
- Turkey meat is rich in iron, niacin, potassium, selenium, and zinc.
- Roast turkey is also rich in riboflavin which helps convert food into glucose for energy. It also helps metabolize fats and protein.
Risks
- Roast turkey may contain onion, garlic, spices, and seasonings that may be toxic to dogs.
- Roast turkey contains bones that can splinter easily. They can cause mouth, throat, and intestinal injuries in dogs. Turkey bones are also a choking hazard.
- The skin of roast turkey has high-fat content. Excessive consumption can cause obesity and pancreatitis in dogs.
Servings
- Homecooked roast turkey is healthier and safer for dogs as store-bought roasted turkey may have a high salt content or contain seasonings that may irritate the dog's stomach.
- Remove the skin if your dog is on a low-fat diet.
- Never feed cooked turkey bones to dogs.
