Can dogs or cats eat corned beef?
Can dogs eat corned beef?
Corned beef typically makes a big appearance at St. Patty's, but hey, if you like to eat it more often, we get it. It's tasty.
So can your dog have some? Unluckily, nope. It's just too risky. Corned beef contains high levels of sodium nitrate, which can lead to excessive salt intake in dogs. Excessive salt consumption can result in dehydration, vomiting, and diarrhea.
Corned beef also contains large amounts of fat that could lead to pancreatitis if consumed regularly. Yikes!
As always, before introducing a new food item into your pet's diet, consult with your veterinarian first! If your dog eats corned beef (or any food) and is showing signs of illness such as lethargy, diarrhea, or vomiting, reach out to your veterinarian immediately. If they require veterinary care related to eating unsafe foods, pet insurance may help cover the cost of treatment.
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Hold off on sharing that corned beef with your kitty, even if they're giving you their sweetest begging meows.
Corned beef typically contains high levels of sodium, which aren't good for cats. Additionally, corned beef recipes usually contain other tasty human ingredients that are toxic to felines. For example, garlic and onion powder are often added, which can cause health issues in cats.
As always, before introducing a new food item into your pet's diet, consult with your veterinarian first! If your cat eats corned beef (or any food) and is showing signs of illness such as lethargy, diarrhea, or vomiting, reach out to your veterinarian immediately. If they require veterinary care related to eating unsafe foods, pet insurance may help cover the cost of treatment.
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Could be given almost daily without harm
Not toxic, but should not be given regularly
Toxic or simply too risky to give to your pet