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Is it OK to feed your dog chicken everyday?

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So can I feed my dog chicken every day? As long as it's cooked, the answer is yes. Because chicken is a safe, healthy and easily digestible form of protein, it is often the main source of protein in high quality dog food.


Is too much chicken bad for a dog?

As chicken alone doesn't make a balanced diet, too much chicken can become bad for dogs. Raw chicken is especially harmful to dogs if given in excess due to the risk of bacterial infections.

Is it OK to feed a dog only chicken?

Exclusively feeding chicken meat to dogs does not provide a nutritionally adequate diet. Dogs have a daily nutritional requirement beyond protein and amino acids, including essential fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals.

How much cooked chicken should I feed my dog daily?

Figuring out the right amount of chicken to give your dog all depends on ratios. According to Founders Veterinary Clinic, your dog should have about ¼ to ⅓ cup of meat protein per 20lbs of body weight per day.

Why you shouldn't feed your dog chicken?

Gastrointestinal issues are often caused by or are the result of an imbalanced gut microbiome. Compared to better alternative gastrointestinal diets, a 'chicken and rice' diet contributes very little to correcting these imbalances to support the gastrointestinal system.

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