Roe deer for dogs

Roe deer for dogs is game, i.e. the meat of a wild rather than a farmed animal. It rarely appears in foods and treats, so in a dog's diet it acts as a novel protein.

Properties of roe deer meat for dogs

Roe deer meat is lean and dark, with a distinct smell of its own. It naturally provides iron, zinc and B vitamins, including B12. Its low fat content means it is often chosen for dogs that do not do well on fatty meats.

Roe deer vs red deer

Both species are deer, but they are two different animals and two different proteins. On an elimination diet they do not replace each other: if a dog reacted to one, the other has to be introduced and observed separately. From the owner's point of view, what they have in common is that both are lean, dark and stronger-smelling than beef.

For which dog

Roe deer is often a first choice for dogs whose list of proven meats has become short. This does not mean it is safe for every dog, because an allergy concerns a specific protein, not the group the animal belongs to.