As owners of pet dogs, we always want to give them the best nutrition and health. Eggs are a nutritious food that contains protein, vitamins and minerals, so many people will consider feeding their dogs eggs. But can dogs eat eggs? Today, Shitshujun will introduce in detail the benefits and disadvantages of eating eggs from dogs. I hope to answer this question for you.
1. The benefits of eating eggs from dogs
Supplementation of proteins
Eggs are the source of high-quality proteins that can provide dogs with the required amino acids and proteins, which helps maintain the normal function of muscles and organs.
Promote brain development
Eggs are rich in lecithin and unsaturated fatty acids, which are very important for dogs' brain development and nervous system health.
Enhanced immunity
Eggs contain a variety of vitamins and minerals, such as vitamins A, D, E and calcium, iron, zinc, etc. These ingredients help enhance dogs' immunity and disease resistance.
Note: Egg yolks are foods rich in lecithin and have a great effect on dogs’ hair polishing. The editor often goes to the vegetable market to buy chicken eggs to feed their hair. It is healthy and delicious, and dogs also like to eat it very much.
2. The disadvantages of dogs eating eggs
Indigestion
Due to the high fat content in eggs, if the dog's gastrointestinal digestive function is poor, indigestion, diarrhea and other reactions may occur, especially for puppies and elderly dogs, this situation is more likely to occur.
Asensitivity reaction
Some dogs may be allergic to certain components in eggs, such as egg protein, lecithin, etc., and may experience symptoms such as itching, redness and swelling after consumption.
Increasing kidney burden
Protein in eggs needs to be metabolized through the kidneys. If the dog's kidney function is poor, excessive protein may increase the kidney burden, which is not conducive to health.
3. How to feed dogs eggs reasonably?
Control the feeding amount
The amount of eggs you feed every day should not be too much, and it is recommended not to exceed one. At the same time, the feeding volume needs to be adjusted according to the dog's age, weight and health status.
Choose boiled eggs
When feeding eggs to your dog, you should choose boiled eggs with water to avoid feeding raw eggs. Raw eggs may contain a large amount of harmful bacteria such as salmonella, which may cause the dog to experience symptoms of poisoning such as vomiting and diarrhea.