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Hwangtae and bugeo are lean, high-protein and very palatable, and pet-specific pollack treats and broths are widely sold. Human products may contain salt, and leftover bones or spines can injure the mouth or throat. Whole, rock-hard dried pollack can damage teeth or be swallowed in big pieces. Pollack soup and grilled hwangtae contain salt, garlic, green onion or gochujang and shouldn't be shared.
How to give it / if eaten
Choose unsalted pet pollack, or debone the human kind, soak it, rinse two or three times and shred it finely. Keep treats within 10% of daily calories. Pollack broth is fine only if made without seasoning, poured lightly over food.
Watch for these signs
Salty products in quantity may cause extreme thirst, vomiting or diarrhea. A swallowed spine or big piece can cause gagging, drooling, pawing at the mouth or repeated vomiting.
FAQ
Can I give hwangtae broth every day?
Unseasoned broth can help with hydration and is fine in small amounts. With kidney disease, ask your vet about the protein and minerals.
Can I share pollack from bugeoguk soup?
Bugeoguk contains salt, garlic and green onion. Soak some unsalted pollack separately instead.
General information only. Weight, age and health conditions change how a pet reacts, so ask your vet if you are worried.