Protein
Eggs (cooked)
Complete protein with choline, riboflavin, selenium and vitamin A.
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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.
Before offering eggs (cooked)
- Check the exact animal and preparation: the listed suitability is Dogs; Cats; Parrots; Chickens; Ferrets. A food being edible does not make it a complete diet.
- Follow the preparation advice: Scramble without butter, oil or salt, or hard-boil. Do not substitute a seasoned or processed version and assume the same safety.
- Portion guidance: A quarter to one whole egg a few times weekly depending on animal size. For a pet on a prescribed diet, discuss extras with the vet first.
- If your pet develops vomiting, diarrhoea or discomfort, stop offering the extra and seek advice. Suspected poisoning or breathing difficulty needs immediate veterinary help.
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Guidance libraries and further reading
These organisations publish relevant guidance. Their links are further reading, not evidence that they have reviewed this page.
- WSAVA — global veterinary guidelines on nutrition, vaccination, pain and dental care
- PDSA — veterinary charity pet health advice
- International Cat Care — cat health, behaviour and welfare advice