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Can dogs eat Beef?

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Overview

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Can dogs eat beef meat? Yes, beef meat has a good impact on the red blood cell function and muscle development of dogs as it contains high levels of protein and iron. Buy beef meat from a reputable source to lower the risk of harmful bacterial contamination.

Benefits

health-benefits
  • Beef is rich in essential nutrients. It is a common source of iron and protein. Protein helps keep a dog's muscles healthy, whilst iron supports red blood cell functions.

Risks

health-risks
  • Beef may contain harmful bacteria and parasites such as Mad Cow Disease, though there have been no reported cases of dogs affected by the disease.
  • Beef might cause sensitivities in some dogs; symptoms include skin itchiness, flatulence, and diarrhea.
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Servings

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  • Source the meat from a reliable supplier, make sure the meat is from grass-fed livestock.
  • Serve the beef raw or cooked to your dog.

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