Can Dogs Eat Haddock? When it is or isn’t an Emergency

Haddocks are on the safer side of the spectrum when it comes to fish species that are safe for dogs to consume. Most dogs will be fine with eating haddock as long as it’s in moderation. Like other seafood, haddock is good for dogs because it is rich in nutrients like omega-3 fatty acid.

Haddock safety tips for dogs

We would advise not letting your dog eat raw haddock. In general, raw seafood comes with a lot of health risk, especially if they are sourced from somewhere with low hygienic standards. When you cook the haddock, it’s advised to use methods like baking. Avoid frying the fish as the fat content from the cooking oil isn’t healthy for dogs. The haddock should also be cooked plain. There isn’t a need to add ingredients that could be unknowingly toxic or unhealthy for dogs.

Can dogs eat smoked haddock?

No, you shouldn’t let your dog eat anything smoked including smoked haddock. The main reason for this is due to the large amount of sodium that comes with smoked haddock. Cured fish may also contain nitrates and nitrites, both of which are byproducts of the smoking process. Nitrite, in particular, is harmful to dogs.

You can find out about more human foods that are safe for dogs to eat by checking our human foods for dog database.