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Can dogs eat Deer kidney?

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Overview

dog-food-safety-information

Can dogs eat deer kidneys? Yes, there is no harm in feeding deer kidneys to dogs as long as it is done in moderation. Dogs that eat large portions of deer kidneys are in danger of having heart and kidney problems as the organs are high in cholesterol and purines.

Benefits

health-benefits
  • Deer kidneys are a good source of essential vitamins such as vitamin A and B12,
  • Deer kidneys are also a good source of minerals like magnesium, zinc, copper, phosphorus, and iron.

Risks

health-risks
  • Deer kidney is high in cholesterol.
  • Deer kidney is high in purine, a compound that may cause uric acid crystals when consumed excessively.
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Servings

serving-suggestions
  • Source grass-fed animal organs.
  • Deer kidneys can be given to dogs raw or cooked.
  • Air or freeze-dried deer kidney dog treats are available.
  • Give organ meat such as kidneys to your dog in moderation.

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