Meat & Fish
Can dogs eat raw salmon?
If your dog ate this, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at (888) 426-4435 immediately.
Raw or undercooked salmon can transmit Salmon Poisoning Disease, a rickettsial infection that is fatal in the majority of untreated dogs; this is a veterinary emergency, not just an upset stomach risk.
Toxic principle: Neorickettsia helminthoeca (Salmon Poisoning Disease), carried by the fluke Nanophyetus salmincola in raw salmonid fish
Watch for
- Sudden high fever
- Loss of appetite
- Weakness
- Persistent vomiting
- Diarrhea, sometimes bloody
- Without prompt treatment, up to 90% of affected dogs die within 7 to 10 days
Frequently asked questions
Can dogs eat raw salmon?
Raw or undercooked salmon can transmit Salmon Poisoning Disease, a rickettsial infection that is fatal in the majority of untreated dogs; this is a veterinary emergency, not just an upset stomach risk.
What should I do if my dog ate raw salmon?
Contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at (888) 426-4435 immediately. Do not wait for symptoms to appear before calling.
What symptoms should I watch for with raw salmon and dogs?
Sudden high fever, Loss of appetite, Weakness, Persistent vomiting, Diarrhea, sometimes bloody, Without prompt treatment, up to 90% of affected dogs die within 7 to 10 days. If you notice any of these, contact your veterinarian.
This page is for informational purposes only and is not veterinary advice. Always consult your veterinarian about your pet's diet and health.
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