Blackbirds readily take dog food, and even feed it to their chicks. Warning: don't use dry biscuits as birds may choke on the hard lumps. It is sometimes added to cheaper seed mixtures for bulk. Soaked dog biscuit is excellent, except in hot weather as it quickly dries out.
Can I feed dog food to a bird?
Pet food: Both dry and wet food for cats and dogs is formulated to be healthy for pets, and it can be an equally healthy food source for birds. Dry food should be moistened or crushed before being offered to the birds.
What kind of dog food can birds eat?
It is entirely acceptable to feed your dog a pure kibble diet. Or you can mix their diet up with some cooked or raw meat, fish, vegetables and rice. Many owners like to feed a raw meat diet to their dogs, and while this can suit some dogs very well, there are some important considerations you need to be aware of.
What wild animals will eat dry dog food?
Others have reported house sparrows, dark-eyed juncos, common ground doves, eastern bluebirds, blue jays, and European starlings will eat dry dog food.
Will squirrels eat dry dog food?
In conclusion, squirrels will eat dog food and even cat food and enjoy it completely. Unfortunately, this food doesn't provide any health benefits for them. Dog food also contains by-products and chemicals that can be dangerous for the little animal.
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