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You’re preparing chicken for a big chicken fry on the weekend. You have the raw chicken on the counter and turn your back for just a moment! Now, your dog takes advantage, jumps up, grabs a piece of chicken, and runs off! He eats the chicken in his favorite place. Now what? Can raw chicken make your dog sick?
Has your dog eaten raw chicken? Are you worried that raw chicken will make your dog sick? If so, you’ve come to the right place. We’ve gathered information about raw chicken and whether it can make a dog sick. Let’s get started!
Raw Chicken – Filled with Nasty Stuff!
Most of us know that raw chicken can carry harmful bacteria. These can include campylobacter and salmonella. These bacteria can cause some pretty nasty illnesses in humans.
While raw chicken can make a human sick, what about a dog?
Raw Chicken & Dogs
The good news is that raw chicken may not make a dog sick. Dogs are descended from wild canines that regularly eat raw meat, including chickens. So, a dog’s digestive tract can cope with the influx of bacteria.
However, that’s not to say that raw chicken won’t make your dog sick. It’s best to call the vet and let them know what’s happened. In some cases, the vet may recommend monitoring your dog for symptoms. If you see these or notice other symptoms, you’ll need to call the vet to have your fur baby checked.
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Ask a Vet Live NowSymptoms of Raw Chicken Ingestion in Dogs
You may notice these symptoms if your dog has eaten raw chicken:
- Vomiting
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Abdominal pain
- Fever
- Dehydration
If you notice these symptoms in your dog, it’s best to call the vet as soon as possible.
Treatment of Raw Chicken Ingestion in Dogs
The vet may check your dog over first. They may also run blood tests to check for signs of an infection. Once the vet has diagnosed an infection, they will work to stop diarrhea, vomiting, and other symptoms with medications. These may be given through an IV containing fluids to rehydrate your dog.
They may also prescribe a round of antibiotics for your canine companion. Your dog may also be put on a restricted diet for a few days to give his system time to rest and heal.
The prognosis is excellent for dogs who receive prompt medical treatment after eating raw chicken. In the future, it’s a good idea to make sure raw chicken is kept out of your dog’s reach. And be sure not to leave it unguarded for a moment!
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Tom has always loved to write since he was little - he wanted to be either a writer or a veterinary doctor, but he ended up being a professional writer while most of his works are based on animals. He was born in San Francisco but later moved to Texas to continue his job as a writer. He graduated from the University of San Francisco where he studied biotechnology. He is happily married and a soon to be father!
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