The good news is that in most cases, your dog should be just fine. … These could really make your dog sick. A dead squirrel could be infected with parasites such as roundworms and coccidia. With roundworms, they take in all the nutrients your dog eats, making your dog malnourished and lead to further medical issues.
Can a dead squirrel make my dog sick?
If you suspect your dog has eaten any rodent killed by poison, take them to the vet immediately. In most cases of medium to large dogs consuming poisoned squirrel flesh, the dog may suffer from vomiting, diarrhea, and fatigue for one or two days but ultimately recover.
Can eating a dead animal kill a dog?
One of the most dangerous is clostridium botulinum—a type C preformed neurotoxin, which is sometimes found in dead animal carcasses (as well as in uncooked or spoiled foods—so keep your dog out of the trash) that causes botulism. It's rare for dogs to contract botulism, but the effects can be serious.
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