Can Dogs Eat Eggs?

Why Eggs Are Good

Eggs are a complete protein, packing all the essential amino acids, and they support your dog's muscle and coat health. One boiled egg is about 70 to 80 kcal and is easy to serve without any seasoning, making it one of the best-value homemade treats around.

Always Cook Them — Why Raw Eggs Are a No-Go

• Salmonella risk — Raw eggs can be contaminated with food-poisoning bacteria. Dogs, just like people, can get infected.
• Avidin in raw egg white — The avidin in raw egg white interferes with the absorption of biotin (a vitamin that keeps the coat healthy). Cooking destroys this compound.
• Hard-boil them, or scramble/steam them without oil or salt. Fully cooked is safer than soft-cooked.

How Much Should You Give?

Following the 10% treat rule, a small dog (5 kg) can have up to half an egg a day, a medium dog one egg, and a large dog one to two eggs. Two or three times a week is more sensible than every day. Check your dog's daily calorie needs with the dog food portion calculator, and on egg days, cut back a little on their regular food.

People Say You Can Feed the Shell Too — Is That True?

Some say eggshells can be a source of calcium, but sharp fragments can scratch the esophagus or intestines, and there's a risk of salmonella contamination, so it isn't recommended in a typical home. If your dog needs extra calcium (during growth, nursing, and so on), it's safer to talk to your vet and use a dedicated supplement.