Can Dogs Eat Pollock? Yes — Affordable White Fish
This food is generally safe for dogs when prepared properly.
Pollock is safe for dogs when fully cooked plain. It is the most commonly consumed fish globally and a good affordable protein source.
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Safe to Feed
cooked boneless flesh only
What to Avoid
breaded pollock, seasoned pollock, raw pollock
Preparation & Serving
Cook thoroughly. Remove bones. No breading or seasoning. Plain only.
Potential Health Benefits
Good lean protein source with B vitamins and omega-3 fatty acids. Low fat content.
Did you know?
Pollock is the fish used in McDonald's Filet-O-Fish and most commercial fish sticks — in its plain unseasoned form it is nutritious but the commercial preparations with breading and seasoning make them unsafe for dogs.
Portions & nutrition
- Serving (small dog)
- 30-50g
- Serving (medium dog)
- 60-80g
- Serving (large dog)
- 100-120g
- Calories (per 100g)
- 92
- Safe frequency
- 2-3 times per week
Source
What You Need to Know
Plain cooked pollock is safe and nutritious for dogs. It is often the fish in fish sticks and fish sandwiches but only plain unseasoned pollock is appropriate.
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