Grains & Starches
Can dogs and cats eat couscous?
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Couscous safety for dogs
Plain cooked couscous is non-toxic to most healthy dogs, but it contains wheat and should not be offered to a dog with a wheat sensitivity. Seasoned mixes may contain onion, garlic, stock, salt, or fat.
Safe serving: A small spoonful of plain cooked couscous with no stock, salt, oil, sauce, onion, garlic, or seasoning.
Couscous safety for cats
Plain cooked couscous is non-toxic to most healthy cats, but it is carbohydrate-heavy and offers little useful feline nutrition. Seasoned couscous may contain onion, garlic, stock, salt, or fat.
Safe serving: A tiny taste of plain cooked couscous with no stock, salt, oil, sauce, onion, garlic, or seasoning.
This page is for informational purposes only and is not veterinary advice. Always consult your veterinarian about your pet's diet and health.
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