Can they eat it? / Raw chicken
Can dogs and cats eat raw chicken?
Dogs
CarefulCats
CarefulRisky: salmonella and campylobacter for the pet and for you.
Raw diets exist, but raw grocery chicken carries bacteria that make pets and people ill. Cooked, plain, boneless chicken is the safe version.
What to watch for
Vomiting, diarrhea, fever, within a day or two.
If they ate it
Watch for a day; call the vet if diarrhea has blood or lasts.
Careful for dogs means: fine in a small amount, prepared as described, and not for every pet; the details say when to skip it.
General information from veterinary guidance, not a diagnosis. If you are worried, call your vet or a pet poison line: ASPCA Animal Poison Control (888) 426-4435. Charges may apply.