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Can dogs eat liver?

Dogs · Food safety

Last reviewed: 2026-09-05 · Reference ranges: ASPCA, Pet Poison Helpline & Merck Veterinary Manual

Short answer

A tiny piece of plain cooked liver is fine as an occasional treat, but liver is extremely high in vitamin A. Feeding it regularly — even daily — can cause vitamin A toxicity, which leads to bone deformities and stiffness over weeks to months. Keep it to small, rare portions, and never feed raw liver.

Cooked liver — Food safety facts

Feed with care · Dogs · full breakdown on the linked food page

A tiny amount of cooked liver is fine, but liver is extremely high in vitamin A — regular feeding causes vitamin A poisoning (bone problems).

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