Why
Cooked eggs give protein and can sit well on an upset stomach. Raw egg whites can contribute to a biotin deficiency, and raw eggs can carry Salmonella.
How to serve eggs
- Scramble or hard-boil with no butter, oil, salt or seasoning.
- Chop and mix a small amount into the regular meal.
Watch out for
- Never feed raw eggs.
- Count the calories: one large egg is about 78 kcal.
How much eggs can a dog eat?
Treats of every kind should stay under 10% of a dog's daily calories, says the World Small Animal Veterinary Association. Here is that daily treat budget by size, and how much eggs it buys if eggs is the only treat that day. Eggs has about 155 kcal per 100 g; 1 large (50 g) is about 78 kcal.
| Dog size | Daily treat budget | Max eggs a day |
|---|---|---|
| Small (10 lb) | 26 kcal | 17 g (a third of large) |
| Medium (30 lb) | 59 kcal | 38 g (two thirds of large) |
| Large (60 lb) | 100 kcal | 65 g (about one and a half large) |
| Giant (90 lb) | 136 kcal | 88 g (about 2 large) |
Less is better for small, overweight or diabetic dogs. Work out your own dog's numbers with the dog food calculator. Calories: USDA FoodData Central, Egg, whole, cooked, hard-boiled.
Other meat, fish and eggs: quick answers
| Food | Verdict | Short answer |
|---|---|---|
| Chicken bones | Avoid | No. Cooked chicken bones splinter and can choke a dog or tear the gut. |
| Ham | Small amounts | A small piece is fine now and then, but ham is salty and fatty. |
| Pork | Small amounts | Yes, plain, fully cooked pork with the fat trimmed. |
| Shrimp | Small amounts | Yes, a few fully cooked shrimp with the shell, tail and legs removed. |
| Tuna | Small amounts | Small amounts only. Tuna contains mercury. |
| Chicken | Safe | Yes. Plain cooked chicken is a good protein source. Never cooked bones. |
| Fish | Safe | Yes, fully cooked and deboned, up to twice a week. |
| Salmon | Safe | Yes, fully cooked and boneless. Never raw. |
Rules for any new food
- Plain is the rule: no salt, butter, oil, onion, garlic, sugar or sweeteners. Most of the danger in human food comes from what is added to it.
- Keep all treats under 10% of your dog's daily calories (WSAVA). The rest should come from a complete dog food.
- Check labels for xylitol, raisins, chocolate and macadamia nuts, which turn up in baked goods, snacks and spreads.
- If your dog has a health condition, such as diabetes, pancreatitis or kidney disease, ask your vet before adding any new food.
Frequently asked questions
Are eggs safe for dogs?
Yes, fully cooked. Cooked eggs are a good protein source; raw eggs are not.
How much eggs can a dog eat?
Treats of any kind should stay under 10% of a dog's daily calories (WSAVA). For a 30 lb dog that is about 59 kcal a day, or roughly 38 g of eggs if it is the only treat that day.
Sources
- American Kennel Club, "Human Foods Dogs Can and Can't Eat" (updated Aug 17, 2026)
- ASPCA Animal Poison Control, "People Foods to Avoid Feeding Your Pets"
- WSAVA Global Nutrition Committee, "Feeding treats to your dog"
- USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy (April 2018 release)
Checked October 17, 2026. We are a reference, not a vet: if in doubt, call yours. How we check.