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Can dogs eat Chicken Meal?

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Overview

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Yes. Dogs can safely consume protein-rich chicken meal as an ingredient to commercial dog food. Chicken meal is easy to digest so dogs can easily absorb all nutrients. While it’s a dog-friendly food source, it may not be suitable for dogs with chicken allergy.

Benefits

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  • Chicken meal is the protein-rich concentrated powder made from the rendered flesh and skin of chicken. In some cases, it may include the bones, but definitely not the internal organs, heads, feet, and feathers. It’s typically used in commercial foods as added nutrients.
  • Chicken meal has a higher protein content (about 65%) than fresh chicken (about 18%), making it much easier for dogs to get their protein requirements.
  • Lysine, methionine, leucine and valine are some of the key amino acids found in chicken meal, which are necessary for muscle growth, tissue repair, and immune function.
  • High-quality chicken meal is highly digestible and easily absorbed by the body.

Risks

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  • The quality of chicken meal is dependent on the source of the poultry use. Not all chicken used in the processing are USDA-inspected; some meat come from ambiguous sources.
  • Chicken meal is not suitable for dogs allergic to poultry.
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Servings

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  • Check the Label: Choose chicken meal products that are labeled chicken meal instead of “chicken by-products” or other vague names like “poultry meal” or "animal meal.”
  • Chicken meal is not meant to be directly fed to dogs. Consider it as an ingredient in formulating a nutritious dog food that meets protein requirements. Consult the vet for the precise amount of chicken meal to use.

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