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What happens if a dog eats a burger?

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Yes! Plain hamburger meat, without added salt or spices, is a healthy source of protein for your dog. Cooked hamburger carries a lower risk of food-borne illness, but dogs' strong stomach acid kills most bacteria. Be sure that there is no onion or garlic cooked into the meat, as both can be fatal to dogs.


What if my dog ate a burger?

If Riley ate the hamburger and bun along with the onion, he may have diarrhea or vomiting from the high protein/fat meal. If the intestinal upset continues more than 24 hours, I would recommend seeking veterinary help (but this would be unrelated to the onions).

Can a dog get sick from eating hamburger?

While beef is a great source of protein and healthy fats, there are some risks when your dog consumes raw beef. Raw ground beef puts your dog at risk for salmonella, a bacterial contamination. Salmonella often leads to gastrointestinal illness.

Can dogs eat hamburger?

Feeding Dogs Hamburger However, if you want to through a plain patty on the grill, hamburger meat that is unseasoned and cooked can be a healthy source of protein in addition to your dog's regular balanced diet. This is true of ground beef, turkey, chicken, and pork.

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