Why don't buzzards eat dead dogs?

Answer 1

Buzzards are scavengers, and do not hunt for food like birds of prey. They lack the agility, and strength of their talons to hunt. Buzzards on the other hand, have tremendous eye sight, and sense of smell. The stronger the smell, the easier it is. Buzzards rely on the oder of a dead animal to guide them to their meal.

An animal that has been electrocuted, or (cooked) so to speak, would most likely not give off the same oder that buzzards would be attracted to.

Answer 2

Buzzards are scavengers that primarily feed on carrion, but they may avoid certain types of dead animals due to factors such as disease or decomposition. Dead dogs that have been recently euthanized or treated with certain medications may contain toxins that are harmful to buzzards if consumed. Additionally, the size or condition of a dead dog may make it difficult for buzzards to consume.

Answer 3

There are several species of birds known as a buzzard. Most buzzards do eat dead dogs and other dead animals.