How To Cook Salmon In The Oven For a Dog (Easy Steps & Complete Guide)

Cooking Salmon in the oven for a dog is very simple. All you need to do is heat the oven to 275 degrees and place the salmon on a nonstick heatproof dish and bake for around 30 minutes (for a 6-ounce fillet).

This is sufficient to ensure that the salmon is cooked all the way through and safe for your dog to eat.

Is Baking Salmon Healthy For My Dog?

Baking Salmon in the oven is a very healthy way to make salmon for your dog. Baking removes the need for oils or butter that is required for frying salmon. 

Oil and butter are bad for dogs and hard for them to digest. It can also lead to obesity and other health issues.

Therefore baking is best when it comes to cooking salmon for your dog. Just make sure it is cooked through and the bones are removed. Otherwise, baking is a perfectly healthy way to serve salmon to your dog.

Do Dogs Like Salmon?

Absolutely! Dogs love the taste and texture of salmon, and it is good for them too! Dogs are natural meat-eaters. Whether, from the land or the sea, dogs love the taste of fresh meat and prefer it to all other foods.

That being said, dogs also benefit from plants and greens. Don’t forget to make sure that your dog has some roughage included in its diet. Most dog foods contain meat, vegetables and rice as their main ingredients.

Is Salmon Good For Dogs?

Yes, salmon is very good for dogs. It contains omega-3 fatty acids, protein, potassium, iron, vitamin D and vitamin B12.

All these nutrients help to support your dogs’ immune system, assist in decreasing inflammation and keep your dogs’ coat looking shiny.

Some dogs have an intolerance to chicken, in this case, salmon is a great substitute.

1 fillet of salmon is roughly 200 calories, great for your dogs’ energy needs alongside other foods. Two servings per week are enough to make sure they are getting enough of the vital nutrients found in salmon to support their health.

What is Salmon Poisoning?

Salmon poisoning occurs in dogs when they have consumed a parasite that infests infected salmon. 

This parasite only occurs in anadromous fish (fish that swim upstream during the breeding season). The parasite is called nanopheytus salmincola, and appears within 5-6 days of your dog consuming the infected salmon.

Symptoms include:

• Weakness
• Lack of appetite
• Diarrhea
• Swollen lymph nodes
• Dehydration
• Vomiting

Salmon poisoning can be fatal if left untreated. Thankfully, your vet can treat salmon poisoning easily with antibiotics and wormer. If your dog has eaten a questionable piece of salmon and shows the above symptoms, take them to a vet immediately.

Are There Any Risks Of Salmon For My Dog?

All foods contain a level of risk when consumed. This is due to the food being poor quality, or out of date. This risk is the same for dogs as it is for humans.

The only risk that salmon poses to your dog is if it is served raw or undercooked. Raw, undercooked salmon can contain parasites and bacteria that can be harmful to your dogs’ health.

Therefore it is advised only to feed your dog salmon that has been well-cooked, either baked or boiled. Make sure the salmon is a light pink colour throughout before serving, and only serve salmon that is fresh and within the sell-by date.

How Much Salmon Can a Dog Eat Daily?

Salmon is present in lots of dry and wet dog foods so daily consumption will not harm your dog so long as it is in small quantities.

However, roughly speaking, around 100g of salmon per 10lbs of body weight is sufficient for your dog. This amount will ensure that your dog gets the maximum benefit from all the vital vitamins and nutrients salmon contains.

What Is The Best Way To Cook Salmon For Dogs?

Fresh, boneless fillets are best for dogs. Salmon bones are dangerous for dogs as they can get stuck in their throat and peirce their stomach lining. Unless it is a bone specifically made for dogs, do not give your dog any kind of animal bones.

Poaching, grilling, roasting, steaming and baking the salmon is best. Avoid frying salmon for dogs. It is safe if you do it once or twice but the additional oil required for frying is bad for your dogs’ health.

Make sure to only serve the salmon plain without seasoning. Seasonings and sauces may contain ingredients such as onion and garlic, that most dogs are allergic to.

How Do I Poach Salmon For Dogs?

Poaching salmon is quite straightforward.

1. Place a fillet of fresh salmon on a pan on the stove, and add water. 
2. Cover the fish and cook on medium heat for 5 – 10 minutes, or until the salmon is light pink throughout. 
3. Remove the salmon from the water and allow it to cool.
4. Remove any bones and serve to your dog fresh or store in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Can I Boil Salmon For My Dog?

Yes but you must make sure that the Salmon is fully cooked before serving.

It doesn’t take mong to boil salmon, only 5 -6 minutes on full boil. If soiling a salmon fillet it may flake during the boiling process so you may have to use a collider and make sure all of the bones are removed before giving the salmon to your dog.

Is Salmon The Healthiest Fish I Can Feed My Dog?

Salmon is among the healthiest fish you can give to your dog. Packed with omega-3 fatty acids, they are great for your dogs’ health.

Other fish that is great for your dog include:

• Whitefish
• Tuna
• Cod
• Whiting

Just like salmon, make sure the fish is cooked through and purchased fresh. The risk of fish to dogs is very small and only comes from fish that is undercooked, poor quality and out of date.

Otherwise, fish is a great addition to your dogs’ diet and makes a tasty change for them too!