Chicken Nuggets: Safe for Dogs and Cats?

Chicken nuggets are processed, breaded, salty, and fatty, with seasonings and preservatives that vary by brand. A stolen bite is different from plain cooked chicken, but nuggets should not be offered as dog treats.

Chicken nuggets are not the same as plain cooked chicken. Breading, frying oil, salt, flavorings, and preservatives make them an unsuitable cat treat, and the exact ingredient list determines added risk.