Reasons Why Dogs Should Not Eat Spoiled Meat

It is important to understand that dogs have a different digestive process than humans. Due to this, many pet owners wonder if they can feed their dogs spoiled meat. We highly recommend that you avoid this at all costs! The bacteria on spoiled meat can cause significant issues with your dog’s stomach, which may lead to an emergency visit to the veterinarian. We will go into more detail below.

Can dogs get food poisoning from spoiled meat? Yes, dogs’ stomachs are designed to kill contaminants. However, it doesn’t mean they are invincible. Rotten meat will upset your dog’s stomach and cause severe reactions if ingested in large amounts. Dogs are susceptible to food poisoning, which can happen if they eat spoiled meat with bacteria and microorganisms that will upset their stomach.

You need to be aware of botulism as well. This is a condition that causes paralysis due to Clostridium botulinum bacteria. This bacterium thrives in animal carcasses and spoiled meat. The bacteria reproduce rapidly when the meat composes until it’s enough to cause food poisoning. The good news is that botulism is rare but can still occur with your dog. If you feed your dog spoiled meat and you suspect it has botulism, you should check the following symptoms:

• Weakness
• Muscle paralysis
• Constipation
• Drooling
• Eye inflammation

Some dogs are lucky enough to go by without having any symptoms. However, if your dog experiences any of the symptoms mentioned above, you must seek veterinary care. Spoiled meat is not suitable for consumption by anyone. If you have spoiled meat, you must dispose of it properly and not allow your dog to digest it.