Any packaged salmon should be cooked before it is fed to a dog. Mary Straus, of dogaware.com, writes that cans of bony pink salmon are okay to feed a dog; however, the owner should ensure that there are no hard bones that will perforate the dog's intestine .
Can dogs eat pink salmon in a can?
Yes! Giving canned salmon for dogs to eat occasionally as a treat is perfectly safe. The salmon is already cooked, causing the bones to soften, so it blends into the food, creating no problems to dogs.
What happens if a dog eats salmon?
Common signs include lack of appetite, vomiting, diarrhea (which may include blood), fever, weakness, enlarged lymph nodes, weight loss, discharge from the eyes or nose, increased respiratory rate, increased heart rate, muscle tremors and seizures. If the infection is not treated, most dogs will die within 2 weeks.
Can dogs eat store bought fish?
Store-bought dog food and treats containing fish are safe for your pet in moderation. Any commercially prepared dog food or treats containing fish is safe, including fish sticks and dried fish skins. Fish fillets (fresh or frozen) are also safe once cooked.
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