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Sausage: Safe for Dogs and Cats?

CautionDogs

Sausage should not be offered to dogs because it is usually high in fat and sodium and may contain garlic, onion, spices, or undercooked meat.

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Reviewed 2026-07-16

Full dog guide for sausage
CautionCats

Sausage is not a suitable cat treat because it is fatty, salty, processed, and often seasoned with garlic, onion, or spices; raw sausage adds pathogen risk.

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Reviewed 2026-07-16

Full cat guide for sausage

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