Can dogs eat Duck heads?

Overview

Can dogs eat duck heads? Yes, duck heads scrape off plaque and tartar from the teeth of dogs. They are also a great source of amino acids, calcium, phosphorus, and selenium. But do not serve cooked duck heads to dogs as cooked bones pose as a choking hazard.

Benefits

Duck heads are crunchy, tasty, and nutritious treats for dogs. They consist of 75% bone and 25% muscle meat, making them rich in protein and high in fat. Duck heads are ideal treats for dogs that need to gain weight.
Duck heads are high in selenium, iron, and B vitamins. They are a great source of amino acids, calcium, and phosphorus, essential for a dog's bone and muscle health.
Duck heads do not splinter easily. They are also great for keeping your dog's teeth and gums healthy.

Risks

If your dog is on a complete diet already, limit edible bones or only feed them as occasional treats.
Fragments of poultry bones can cause rectal bleeding and obstruction of the intestines.

Servings

Dehydrated duck head treats are available. Supervise your dog when feeding bones.
Duck heads can be given to your dog raw. To avoid choking, you can mince the duck head with a mincer before giving it to your dog.
Serve duck head in moderation.