Can dogs eat Cow spleen?

can dogs eat cow spleenYes

Overview

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Can dogs eat cow spleen? Yes, dogs can have cow spleen occasionally. But make sure that it comes from a trustworthy source. This reduces the risk of bacterial contamination, which can cause a transmittable illness called mad cow disease.

Benefits

health-benefits
  • Cow spleen, or Beef spleen, is high in protein and low in fat. It is rich in vitamins D, K, A, and E. It is also high in iron and zinc.
  • The beef spleen supports digestive health and immune health.

Risks

health-risks
  • Raw cow spleen may be a carrier of bacteria and parasites such as mad cow disease, although there have been no reported cases of dogs that have caught mad cow disease.
  • Dogs with a weak digestive system might have trouble digesting the spleen.
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Servings

serving-suggestions
  • Only source meat and organ meat from pasture-raised, grass-fed healthy livestock.
  • Raw feeders feed spleen to their dogs raw. The spleen is quite tough; chop it into smaller pieces for easier digestion, especially for small dogs.
  • For dogs that are not on a raw diet, wash and cook the cow spleen thoroughly before serving it to your dog. Cut into bite-sized pieces and add to the dog food in moderation as an occasional treat.

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