- Not a substitute for professional veterinary help.
Maybe. If your dog has eaten pork fat, he hasn’t put himself in any real danger. Left to their own devices in the wild, dogs would eat the fat of the animals they hunt. But we humans mostly feed our dogs manufactured pet food, so added fats go beyond what your dog should be eating. Vets recommend you do not feed your dog cooked animal fats. And some worry about trichinosis in raw pork.
The Bottom Line
Giving your dog an occasional bite of fatty bacon will only brighten his day. (And we do mean one bite, very occasionally. Bacon contains a lot of salt and fat.) But otherwise don’t add pork fat to your dog’s diet. There are a number of healthy fats with nutritional benefits that your dog will enjoy, including fish oil, coconut oil, and olive oil.
What Else Can Your Dog Eat?
We offer a collection of articles on foods that are safe, dangerous or even toxic for dogs to eat, including vegetables, dairy, bread, and junk food. There is a wide variety of “human food” that is healthy for your dog to eat, while others are considered toxic and dangerous. Check out which fruits and veg are good for your dog here and which spices and seasonings are ok to give to your furry little buddy here. We’ve created these articles to ensure you’re informed on feeding your dog a wonderfully varied diet while learning the limitations of a dog’s sensitive digestive system.
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