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Raw chicken for dogs: Is it safe? What about cooked chicken for them?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Rottweiler | Female | unspayed | 7 months and 29 days old

Hello , How good is raw chicken compared to cooked ones in feed dogs? And Any advantages and disadvantages that can guide me?? Thanks

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Answered By Megan, DVM, CVA

Veterinarian

Published on December 4th, 2017

I strongly recommend against feeding raw chicken as I have seen many dogs get really sick with salmonella and other illnesses like parasites. I would recommend to cook the Chicken bit do not feed them any bones. Also if you are not feeding a commercial dog food, I would recommend to add in a dog multivitamin to ensure she is getting all of her nutrients. I hope this helps. I hope this helps!

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