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

It’s safe for most dogs to eat lobster meat as long as it’s cooked plain and given in moderation. Lobster meat is an excellent source of protein and nutrients such as omega-3 fatty acids and calcium. Avoid letting your dog eat raw lobster as uncooked seafood introduces the risk of passing on bacteria and internal parasites.

What happens if a dog eats lobster?

Nothing bad should happen to your dog as long the lobster meat wasn’t cooked with ingredients that are unsafe for dogs. While unlikely, some dogs might have allergies to seafood like lobster so it’s best to check with your vet first or to only give your dog a tiny amount of lobster meat if it’s the first time he is eating it.

The safest way to cook lobster for dogs is by boiling it is thoroughly done. We don’t recommend feeding your dog lobster meat cooked with oil as the fat content of oil isn’t healthy for dogs.

Can dogs eat lobster shell?

We would advise against it. When cooking lobster, make sure the shell is discarded properly and kept out of the dog’s reach. Lobster shell isn’t easy to digest and can break into small, sharp pieces while the dog chews it. The shell can also introduce choking risks, especially for smaller-sized dogs.

Want to know what other seafood aside from lobster dogs can eat? Visit our human food for dogs list to find out.