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Chicken Liver for Dogs

Amy Green
4 min readJun 5, 2020

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As owners, it can be difficult to add variety to our dog’s diets. But there is a lot of confusion about what dog’s can and can’t eat. After all, the way dogs metabolise is not the same as us. So, unfortunately, your pooch can’t dine out on whatever you’ve rustled up for dinner. One thing we often get asked about is Chicken Liver for Dogs.

Chicken Liver for Dogs — Is it OK?

Chicken is an excellent source of nutrition for us but is it ok with dogs. Well, we’ve already explored regular chicken meat, so check out our handy guide. But can you give your dog chicken liver? And if so, how should you do it?

Can Dogs Eat Chicken Liver?

While to most people chicken liver isn’t particularly appealing, to dogs, it’s delicious. Rich in nutrients such as vitamin A, vitamin B, as well as trace minerals such as iron, zinc, copper etc. As such, chicken liver is a fantastic way to keep your dog healthy and happy. It’s also a fantastic source of omega-3 and has been shown to improve vision and help with canine blood deficiencies.

As with everything, there are a few downsides. Chicken liver is high in fat and can lead to weight gain. So, avoid if your dog is a little on the larger side. The fatty content can also lead to stomach issues if given too much; otherwise, you might be…

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Amy Green
Amy Green

Written by Amy Green

Hi I’m Amy — travel blogger, dog lover, digital marketer. I write mainly about Europe, Middle East and Southeast Asia. Getting into drones!

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