Is tofu bad for dogs?

The estrogen-like chemicals in soy products might have some small health benefits for dogs with specific medical conditions, though not much research has been done on this topic yet. Some dogs with dietary sensitivities and allergies to other foods can eat soy, making soy-based dog foods useful for them. read more

Soy products are very popular in human health foods, and soy is also a common ingredient in dog food. However, soy has been linked to a few health problems in dogs and other species (including humans). read more

Most normally healthy dogs should obtain their protein from the flesh of animals, not from plants or legumes like soy. Furthermore, unfermented and nonorganic soy, the form that is used in dog food, appears to have significant health risks with long term use. read more