{"id":18911,"date":"2022-03-25T11:05:59","date_gmt":"2022-03-25T11:05:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-a-dog-eats-raw-beef\/"},"modified":"2022-03-25T11:05:59","modified_gmt":"2022-03-25T11:05:59","slug":"what-happens-if-a-dog-eats-raw-beef","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-a-dog-eats-raw-beef\/","title":{"rendered":"What happens if a dog eats raw beef?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-a-dog-eats-raw-beef\/#What_happens_if_a_dog_eats_raw_beef\" title=\"What happens if a dog eats raw beef?\">What happens if a dog eats raw beef?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-a-dog-eats-raw-beef\/#How_much_raw_beef_can_I_feed_my_dog\" title=\"How much raw beef can I feed my dog?\">How much raw beef can I feed my dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-a-dog-eats-raw-beef\/#What_raw_meat_is_safe_for_dogs\" title=\"What raw meat is safe for dogs?\">What raw meat is safe for dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-a-dog-eats-raw-beef\/#What_if_my_dog_eats_raw_beef\" title=\"What if my dog eats raw beef?\">What if my dog eats raw beef?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-a-dog-eats-raw-beef\/#Can_beef_make_dogs_sick\" title=\"Can beef make dogs sick?\">Can beef make dogs sick?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-a-dog-eats-raw-beef\/#Will_raw_ground_beef_hurt_my_dog\" title=\"Will raw ground beef hurt my dog?\">Will raw ground beef hurt my dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-a-dog-eats-raw-beef\/#How_much_raw_beef_can_a_dog_eat\" title=\"How much raw beef can a dog eat?\">How much raw beef can a dog eat?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-a-dog-eats-raw-beef\/#How_much_raw_meat_can_I_feed_my_dog\" title=\"How much raw meat can I feed my dog?\">How much raw meat can I feed my dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-a-dog-eats-raw-beef\/#Can_I_just_feed_my_dog_raw_beef\" title=\"Can I just feed my dog raw beef?\">Can I just feed my dog raw beef?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-a-dog-eats-raw-beef\/#Can_I_feed_my_dog_raw_ground_beef\" title=\"Can I feed my dog raw ground beef?\">Can I feed my dog raw ground beef?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-a-dog-eats-raw-beef\/#How_much_beef_can_I_give_my_dog\" title=\"How much beef can I give my dog?\">How much beef can I give my dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-a-dog-eats-raw-beef\/#Is_it_safe_to_feed_dogs_raw_meat\" title=\"Is it safe to feed dogs raw meat?\">Is it safe to feed dogs raw meat?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-a-dog-eats-raw-beef\/#What_raw_meat_should_dogs_not_eat\" title=\"What raw meat should dogs not eat?\">What raw meat should dogs not eat?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-a-dog-eats-raw-beef\/#Can_I_feed_my_dog_raw_meat_from_the_supermarket\" title=\"Can I feed my dog raw meat from the supermarket?\">Can I feed my dog raw meat from the supermarket?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-a-dog-eats-raw-beef\/#What_raw_foods_can_dogs_eat\" title=\"What raw foods can dogs eat?\">What raw foods can dogs eat?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_if_a_dog_eats_raw_beef\"><\/span>What happens if a dog eats raw beef?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Raw ground beef <b>puts your dog at risk for salmonella, a bacterial contamination. Salmonella often leads to gastrointestinal illness. Raw meat is not recommended for puppies, dogs with liver or kidney failure, or dogs with cancer.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_raw_beef_can_I_feed_my_dog\"><\/span>How much raw beef can I feed my dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>One rule of thumb is to feed <b>2-4% of the pet&#8217;s body weight. Smaller dogs will require a higher percentage of their body weight, while larger dogs will require a smaller percentage of their body weight. The daily portion should be split between morning and night.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_raw_meat_is_safe_for_dogs\"><\/span>What raw meat is safe for dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>According to most raw feeders, dogs should eat muscle meat (hamburger, chicken, turkey), as well as a healthy array of organ meat (heart, liver, kidneys), whole fish, and raw meaty bones (aka, RMBs).<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_if_my_dog_eats_raw_beef\"><\/span>What if my dog eats raw beef?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>What if my dog ate raw meat? If your dog eats raw meat from the <b>grocery store, chances are that they&#8217;ll be fine. However, if you are worried or you notice anything out of the ordinary after they consume raw food, contact your vet.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_beef_make_dogs_sick\"><\/span>Can beef make dogs sick?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Beef is a possible food allergen for dogs and can cause uncomfortable skin disorders as well as chronic conditions such as indigestion, ear infections, and breathing troubles.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Will_raw_ground_beef_hurt_my_dog\"><\/span>Will raw ground beef hurt my dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The simple answer is no. <b>You shouldn&#8217;t feed your dog raw ground beef or any raw meat for that matter. Raw beef, for example, even though it is a great source of healthy fats and protein for your dog, several risks come from a dog eating raw meat.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_raw_beef_can_a_dog_eat\"><\/span>How much raw beef can a dog eat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Feeding <b>2% to 4% of your dog&#8217;s body weight is a good rule of thumb. Smaller dogs will require a higher proportion of their body weight, whilst larger dogs require a lower amount.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_raw_meat_can_I_feed_my_dog\"><\/span>How much raw meat can I feed my dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Here are some general guidelines for feeding your adult dog raw food: <b>Active, underweight adult dogs should eat 3% of their current weight in pounds per day. Senior, less active, overweight adult dogs should eat 1.5% of their current weight in pounds per day.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_just_feed_my_dog_raw_beef\"><\/span>Can I just feed my dog raw beef?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Raw beef for dogs? A hearty <b>yes! Not only can dogs eat raw beef, but they should because this lean, savory meat protein offers benefits from tip to tail.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_feed_my_dog_raw_ground_beef\"><\/span>Can I feed my dog raw ground beef?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>When asking the question, can dogs eat raw ground beef? The simple answer is no. <b>You shouldn&#8217;t feed your dog raw ground beef or any raw meat for that matter. Raw beef, for example, even though it is a great source of healthy fats and protein for your dog, several risks come from a dog eating raw meat.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_beef_can_I_give_my_dog\"><\/span>How much beef can I give my dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you&#8217;re feeding your dog only meat, you should feed them about <b>xbc to u2153 pounds of meat per 20 pounds. This doesn&#8217;t seem like a lot, but meat is very nutritionally-dense, so dogs typically don&#8217;t need very much at all. Of course, most people are not going to feed their canine only ground beef.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_safe_to_feed_dogs_raw_meat\"><\/span>Is it safe to feed dogs raw meat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Is Raw Beef Right For Your Dog? <b>Absolutely, dogs have forgiving digestive systems.<\/b><b>With higher acidity in their stomachs and shorter intestinal tracts, they can eat raw meat that may harbor salmonella or listeria spores with no problem and before you panic, some pathogens are completely normal.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_raw_meat_should_dogs_not_eat\"><\/span>What raw meat should dogs not eat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>As mentioned above, <b>raw meat and bones carry bacteria that can make both animals and humans ill and so are not recommended. However, if you do decide to feed your dog any raw meat or raw bones, it is recommended that you choose only human-grade raw meat and bones.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_feed_my_dog_raw_meat_from_the_supermarket\"><\/span>Can I feed my dog raw meat from the supermarket?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Yes, dogs can eat raw meat. Should dogs eat raw meat, though? Dr. RuthAnn Lobos, a Purina veterinarian, says feeding a diet consisting primarily of raw meat may not provide the complete and balanced nutrition your dog needs.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_raw_foods_can_dogs_eat\"><\/span>What raw foods can dogs eat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>A raw dog food diet typically consists of:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Muscle meat, often still on the bone.<\/li>\n<li>Bones, either whole or ground.<\/li>\n<li>Organ meats such as livers and kidneys.<\/li>\n<li>Raw eggs.<\/li>\n<li>Vegetables like broccoli, spinach, and celery.<\/li>\n<li>Apples or other fruit.<\/li>\n<li>Some dairy, such as yogurt.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents What happens if a dog eats raw beef?How much raw beef can I feed my dog?What raw meat is safe for dogs?What if my dog eats raw beef?Can beef make dogs sick?Will raw ground beef hurt my dog?How much raw beef can a dog eat?How much raw meat can I feed my&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/18911"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=18911"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/18911\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=18911"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=18911"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=18911"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}