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Can dogs eat Pigeon?

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Overview

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Caution. Pigeon meat can be safe for dogs if it comes from trusted sources, but never feed your dog feral or dead pigeons. Wild pigeons may carry harmful pathogens like avian flu, salmonella, or cryptosporidiosis that can put both dogs and their owners at risk.

Benefits

health-benefits
  • Pigeon meat is rich in protein, which helps support healthy muscles and generate new cells.
  • Pigeon meat is also packed with iron and B vitamins which prevent anemia and support a dog's blood circulation.
  • Pigeon meat is low in fat.

Risks

health-risks
  • It is not advised to feed feral pigeons to dogs, as they don't have a natural healthy diet; feral pigeons may carry diseases, pesticides, and environmental toxins.
  • Do not allow your dog to eat dead pigeons found on your walk as they might have avian flu, cryptosporidiosis, or salmonella. Dogs are mostly resistant to salmonella, however, a dog with a weak immune system or existing digestive issues could be more susceptible to the infection.
  • Cooked pigeon bones can break and splinter easily; they are a big health hazard for dogs.
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Servings

serving-suggestions
  • Source pigeon meat from reputable suppliers.
  • Due to their small size, raw feeders usually feed pigeons as a whole with organs in.
  • If you are worried about diseases and infections the meat might have, observe proper food safety practices and thoroughly cook pigeon meat.
  • Always remove the bones when feeding your dog-cooked pigeon.

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