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Protein

Eggs (cooked)

Complete protein with choline, riboflavin, selenium and vitamin A.

Who can eat it

DogsCatsParrotsChickensFerrets

Not suitable for

RabbitsGuinea pigsTortoises

Benefits

  • Excellent protein for growing, working or recovering animals
  • Cooked shell, ground fine, is a calcium source for birds
  • Very digestible

Risks

  • Raw egg white contains avidin, which binds biotin over time
  • Raw eggs risk Salmonella
  • High-calorie for small pets

Preparation and serving

Preparation
Scramble without butter, oil or salt, or hard-boil.
Serving guidance
A quarter to one whole egg a few times weekly depending on animal size.

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