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Can dogs eat Octopus?

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Overview

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Can dogs eat octopus? Yes, feeding dogs cooked octopus is okay. They can get loads of omega-3 fats as well as vitamins A and B-vitamins from eating this seafood. But dried and canned octopus is off-limits to dogs as they usually have high sodium levels and preservatives.

Benefits

health-benefits
  • Octopus is generally safe for dogs to consume. It is low in saturated fat and an excellent source of protein and omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, which are important for a dog's heart health.
  • Octopus is rich in vitamins A, B3, B9, and B12 which support nerve and blood health.

Risks

health-risks
  • Octopus has a low mercury level.
  • Octopus can accumulate heavy metals such as lead. Cooking it can lower the levels of heavy metals and get rid of dangerous bacteria and parasites.
  • Dried octopus for human consumption is not recommended for dogs, as it is often high in sodium and artificial preservatives.
  • Canned octopus has high salt content and contains preservatives and flavoring.
  • Raw octopus may contain bacteria and parasites that are harmful to dogs.
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Servings

serving-suggestions
  • Wash the octopus thoroughly and remove the entrails.
  • Cook the octopus until tender. Cut the meat into bite-sized pieces before serving to your dog.
  • Feed one to two slices of octopus to dogs occasionally as a treat.
  • Octopus jerky or chews specially made for dogs can be given to them as an occasional treat.

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