{"id":3992,"date":"2022-11-14T19:41:32","date_gmt":"2022-11-15T00:41:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ovrs.com\/blog\/?p=3992"},"modified":"2022-11-14T19:44:03","modified_gmt":"2022-11-15T00:44:03","slug":"which-parts-of-the-turkey-are-safe-for-a-dog","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ovrs.com\/blog\/which-parts-of-the-turkey-are-safe-for-a-dog\/","title":{"rendered":"Which Parts of the Turkey Are Safe for a Dog?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

As hard as it might be to refuse those puppy dog eyes, it\u2019s important to know which parts of the turkey are safe for a dog<\/em><\/strong> before sharing any. Have no fear, Oakland Veterinary Referral Services<\/a> (OVRS) is here to help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With the holiday season upon us, it is good to know which parts of the turkey are safe for a dog<\/em><\/strong>. If your dog is like most members of the canine species, he is probably at your side from the time the turkey goes in the oven to the moment you put away the last of the leftovers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Turkey as a Safe Protein for Dogs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In general, turkey<\/a> is a great source of protein for dogs that also gives them access to important vitamins and minerals and overall nutritional benefits they need. Since it is an easy meat for dogs to digest, turkey is usually a great option for dogs. If your dog suffers from an inflammatory condition, turkey is considered a better protein choice than chicken. Chicken is a very common food allergy for dogs. If your dog suffers from this poultry allergy, you might want to consult your veterinarian about whether or not turkey is a good choice. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Safest Parts of the Bird<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

While both white and dark meat portions of a turkey are safe for a dog to eat, white meat tends to be a better protein source. If you want to feed your dog a small amount of turkey to satisfy their craving without giving them too many extra calories, stick to the white meat pieces. The giblets (or the liver, kidneys, heart, and gizzard) are also safe for pups to eat, just make sure to cut them up into easily chewable pieces. Avoid feeding your dog<\/a> the neck, though, as the bones inside could be dangerous.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pieces to Avoid Feeding Your Dog<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There are a few parts of a turkey to avoid giving to your dog. These include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n