Can cats or dogs eat raw eggs?
Cats: Caution · Dogs: Caution — Raw eggs carry the same risk of contamination with salmonella and E. coli as in humans. Additionally, raw egg whites contain substances that block biotin absorption. If you eat raw eggs regularly, it can cause fur and skin problems. Always cook eggs before giving them to your pet. If you eat raw eggs and experience diarrhea or vomiting, take them to the veterinarian.
English nameRaw egg
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Symptoms that may be experienced
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea may contain blood.
- Have a fever
- depressed
- Coarse fur and abnormal skin if raw eggs are eaten continuously.
Instructions
Always cook eggs before giving them to your pet. If you eat raw eggs and experience diarrhea or vomiting, take them to the veterinarian.
This information is used for preliminary decision making only. It is not a veterinary diagnosis or advice. If your pet has abnormal symptoms or eats or comes into contact with something that may be dangerous. Contact your veterinarian orAnimal clinic 24 hrs.immediately
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