🍗 Can Dogs Eat Teriyaki Chicken?

Dog Eat Guide Summary

Yes, your dog can eat teriyaki chicken, but you need to be careful about how much you give them. Chicken is a great source of protein and can be a healthy part of your dog's diet, although too much can cause weight gain and other problems.

Teriyaki Chicken and dogs

Whilst it’s ok for your dog have some teriyaki chicken, The USDA recommends that you give your dog no more than 10 percent of their daily calorie intake from protein, which is only around 20 grams for a small dog, so be mindful if your dog as a puppy or small breed. Teriyaki chicken also tends to be high in fat, so you need to be careful not to overdo it.

How much is too much?

A small dog can safely eat 2 teaspoons of teriyaki chicken per day, which is about the same as one chicken breast cooked with the skin on. Any more than that and you’re likely to be putting your dog at risk for weight gain and stomach upset due to the sauce, depending on their size.

Can dogs eat Teriyaki Pork?

Pork is more calories and naturally contains more sodium and fat, but in moderation yes A long as it is from a clean source and the dog only eats a small amount.

What about Teriyaki Beef Jerky?

Because of how jerky is made, teriyaki beef jerky is not recommended for dogs. The flavors in the beef jerky are not good for dogs. It is loaded with fat, sodium, and calories. A single serving of beef jerky contains 10% of the daily value of sodium a dog should have. We recommend avoiding this for your dog.

Kikkoman teriyaki sauce ok?

Some Kikkoman teriyaki sauce products contain xylitol, which can be harmful to dogs in large quantities. However it is not present in many of their products due to not being sugar free, so get the original not to the low calorie one.

Removing the sauce a good idea?

According to a studying around xylitol, it was concluded that teriyaki chicken without sauce isn’t toxic to dogs. The study analyzed 300 foods for xylitol content, and found only 30 foods with detectable levels. Of these, teriyaki wasn’t on the list. So yes it’s a great idea to remove!

Ingredients

So what does Teriyaki chicken consist of? Well it’s a Japanese dish that combines sweet and salty flavors. Traditionally, it is prepared by coating chicken with a sauce made from soy sauce, mirin, and sugar. Today, however, some recipes call for more ingredients such as sake, pineapple juice, ginger, garlic, and green onion.

Example of amount per 100g (note this may be more of less depending on coating(s) used):

• ⏲Kcals: 156
• 🧈Fat: 6g
• 🍞Carbs: 2.8g
• 🥩Protein: 22.5g

Things to be mindful of:

❌ Garlic

Garlic is toxic to dogs due to it containing allicin which is the toxic component, however it only becomes dangerous in high doses. Allicin is an ingredient in garlic that is responsible for the familiar distinct smell. It is used primarily for its antibiotic properties. It is also responsible for the bad breath that comes with eating garlic. The consequence of a high dose is that it can cause digestive upset and possibly anemia.

If your dog is older, or has kidney problems, you should be particularly cautious.

You’re best to avoid but a small amount from a tablespoon of chicken shouldn’t do any damage.

❌ Onion Powder

Similar to garlic, onion powder isn’t toxic to dogs when fed in small amounts. However, when consumed in large amounts, they can cause anemia in dogs and digestive stress for your pooch 🐶.

❌ Salt

Make sure to watch your dog after they eat teriyaki chicken and ensure fresh water is available. Many people add sodium to the sauce due to it adding a layer of flavor that teriyaki chicken normally doesn’t have. It’s best to avoid if you intend to give to your dog.

Worth noting

xylitol is a natural sweetener found in berries, plums, corn, oats, mushrooms, and birch trees. Xylitol can be harmful to dogs, but fortunately it is not present in many common foods. As with most things, a small amount shouldn’t cause any issues for a healthy dog.

Benefits for dogs:

✅ Protein

We know, chicken is good for dogs! It is rich in protein with high quality of amino acids such as Leucine. Also, chicken contains vitamin B3, which helps to reduce dog’s stress level. They also have the ability to digest it well, so shouldn’t cause stomach upset, it’s widely used in many dog foods across the world.

Final thought

In conclusion, it’s safe to say Teriyaki is a great alternative to a dry dog and their normal diet. It’s a great way to make a dog’s meal more flavorful and potentially nutritious. Teriyaki chicken is a good source of calcium and iron, as well as an excellent source of zinc and selenium.

On the other hand, Teriyaki pork is a good source of iron and an excellent source of niacin and zinc. In conclusion, a dog owner should always consult a professional veterinarian before deciding whether a dog can eat teriyaki or anything outside of their normal diet.