Can dogs eat Badger?

can dogs eat badgerNo

Overview

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No. Badgers can harbor parasites and bacteria from the dead meat and rotten plant they eat, which can be transmitted to dogs through ingestion. As they scavenge for food, badgers could be exposed to pesticides and toxins and then pass them on to dogs when eaten.

Risks

health-risks
  • Feeding your dog badger meat can be risky because badgers are known to carry certain diseases, such as tuberculosis and rabies, which can be transmitted to dogs.
  • As badgers are natural scavengers, they may also have been exposed to pesticides or other toxins that could be harmful to a dog if ingested.
  • In some countries, badgers are protected by conservation laws. It's illegal to hunt and kill badgers in some places, so obtaining badger meat may also be illegal.
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