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Can pets eat egg? 🥚

Here’s whether egg is safe for each kind of pet, based on established veterinary guidance.

Can dogs eat egg?

In moderation

Plain cooked egg is a healthy treat for dogs.

Risk: Cook it plain with no oil, butter or salt; avoid raw egg.

Portion: A little plain scrambled or boiled egg as an occasional treat.

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Can cats eat egg?

In moderation

Plain cooked egg is a good protein treat for cats.

Risk: Always cook it thoroughly with nothing added; avoid raw egg.

Portion: A small amount of plain cooked egg occasionally.

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Can rabbits eat egg?

Unsafe

Never feed egg to rabbits.

Risk: Rabbits are herbivores and cannot digest egg.

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Can guinea pigs eat egg?

Unsafe

Egg is not suitable for guinea pigs.

Risk: Herbivores cannot digest egg; it has no place in their diet.

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Can hamsters eat egg?

In moderation

A tiny amount of plain cooked egg is a good protein source for hamsters.

Risk: Cook it plain with nothing added and keep the portion tiny.

Portion: A small piece of plain cooked egg once or twice a week.

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Worried your pet has eaten too much?

Contact your vet straight away, or call the Animal PoisonLine on 01202 509000 (24/7, UK). This page is general guidance based on veterinary sources and isn’t a substitute for professional advice — amount, preparation and your pet’s health all matter.