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Can dogs eat Pork chop?

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Overview

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Yes. Pork chops are a rich source of protein, vitamins, and minerals for dogs. However, pork chops must be cooked all the way through. If raw feeding pork chops to dogs, freeze them before serving to kill any harmful bacteria the raw pork chop might contain.

Benefits

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  • Pork chop is a cut of meat taken from the pork loin, the strip of meat along the pig's back. Pork chops can be boneless or bone-in. Pork chop is a lean cut of meat high in protein and low in fat. High-quality protein helps in maintaining and repairing a dog's muscles.
  • Pork chop is packed with essential vitamins and minerals that dogs need, including B vitamins, vitamin D, potassium, selenium, zinc, phosphorous, and iron.
  • Raw pork can be a safe option for dogs on a raw food diet if sourced from reputable sources. This reduces the risk of pork being contaminated by bacteria and parasites.

Risks

health-risks
  • Although raw pork is generally safe for dogs to eat, there's still the risk of dog contracting food-borne diseases, especially when pork chop is purchased from questionable sources.
  • Raw or undercooked pork chops can be a source of bacteria and parasites that can be dangerous for dogs. Dogs can contract trichinosis from eating raw pork caused by the roundworm Trichinella spiralis. This worm is found in infected animals, such as pigs, and can cause vomiting, diarrhea, fever, and muscle pain in dogs. In severe cases, trichinosis can be fatal.
  • Avoid giving your dog pork chop with the bone in it. The bone can splinter and cause an obstruction or perforation in your dog's digestive tract.
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Servings

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  • When purchasing pork chops for your dog, ensure they are pasture-raised. Pork chops can be safely fed to dogs as part of a healthy diet. Pork chops can be cooked in a variety of ways without seasonings.
  • Serve a portion of pork chop that's appropriate for your dog's size. Make sure to use just enough pork chop for a well-balanced diet.
  • If your dog is on a raw diet, make sure to source the pork chop from reputable sources. Freeze the pork chop for up to 3 weeks at -5F or -20C to reduce the risk of food-borne illness in dogs. Freezing can kill the harmful microorganisms in raw pork chops.

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