Dogs want to be part of every aspect of
your life. This is especially true when you are eating a dish that your dog has been smelling you prepare. When your four-legged child is giving you puppy dog eyes, it can be hard to say, “No.” However, their health and safety is more important than giving in to their begging. The question often arises, “Can dogs eat potatoes?” when pet owners are trying to figure out what human foods can be shared with their dog. The short answer is, yes! If you are wondering what the long answer is, keep
reading this article to ensure you have all of the information you need to keep your dog safe. To quickly answer your question, yes. Dogs can have potatoes. Potatoes are nutrient rich vegetables that provide a healthy serving of vitamin C, vitamin B6, iron, and magnesium. The combination of these vitamins and minerals can have positive effects on your dog’s immune and nervous systems. However, potatoes also contain solanine. This
substance can be harmful to dogs if your potatoes are not prepared correctly. Your dog should never eat raw potato. A raw potato contains far too much of solanine. The only way to remove solanine is to cook the potato by boiling or baking it. Furthermore, dogs that are diabetic should not eat potatoes. Potatoes can cause your dog’s blood sugar to increase, which can be harmful for dogs with diabetes. Dogs can only have potatoes that have been cooked thoroughly
and do not contain seasonings. Your dog should not have potatoes every night because even too many cooked, unseasoned potatoes can cause solanine poisoning in your pet. Dogs should only have potatoes sparingly on special occasions to ensure they remain healthy. While potato skins can be incredibly delicious and crunchy, they should only be given to your dog sparingly. Potato skins contain oxalates. Oxalates are fine
in moderation. However, if your dog eats too many potato skins, they may develop kidney problems. In order to keep your pet safe, consider keeping the potato skins to yourself and only sharing small amounts of unseasoned, cooked potatoes. Can Dogs Have Mashed Potatoes?Your dog can eat mashed potatoes, but these are not going to be the same potatoes you prepare for a family meal. The mashed potatoes you serve your dog need to be plain and unseasoned. You should not add salt, garlic, onion powder, or any other seasonings. Some seasonings, such as onion and garlic powders, are toxic to dogs and may cause anemia. Additionally, high levels of salt can quickly lead to dehydration. You can safely share a small amount of unseasoned mashed potatoes to your dog as a special treat. Can Dogs Eat Baked Potatoes?If you want to share a small portion of your baked potato with your dog, you can! However, you need to make sure the baked potato for your dog is peeled, cooked thoroughly, and unseasoned. If you did not prepare a special baked potato for your dog, there is no need to fret! You can simply remove any skin and rinse off your potato before sharing it with your pet. However, iIf you injected any flavors into your baked potato before cooking it, you should not share it with your dog. Are Potatoes Safe For Dogs?To recap, potatoes are safe for most dogs in moderation. In order to be safe, potatoes need to be fully cooked. Raw potatoes and excessive amounts of potato skins are not safe for dogs because of the substances they contain. The solanine and oxalates found in potatoes and potato skins can create numerous health risks for your dog. If your dog is displaying any signs of severe gastrointestinal distress, lethargy, weakness, or confusion after eating potatoes (with or without your permission), please do not hesitate torequest an appointment immediately. Potatoes are popular root vegetables that serve as a source of starch and other nutrients for humans. But can dogs eat potatoes? It depends on the type of potato and whether it’s cooked or not. Here’s some insight on whether potatoes and sweet potatoes are safe or beneficial for dogs to eat. Can Dogs Have Potatoes?Potatoes provide a common source of starch and protein in commercial dog foods. Potato protein is also often found in limited ingredient diets for dogs. These ingredients are processed and formulated specifically for the nutritional requirement of dogs. But what if your dog eats a piece of a potato? Is it bad for them? What if the potato is raw? Can Dogs Eat Raw Potatoes or Raw Sweet Potatoes?White potatoes are vegetables in the nightshade family that contain a compound called solanine. This is toxic to dogs, and therefore, they should never eat raw potatoes. Cooking a potato helps reduce the amount of solanine so that it’s safe for dogs. Raw sweet potatoes can cause digestive upset in dogs. And both raw white potatoes and raw sweet potatoes can cause intestinal blockages. Can Dogs Eat Cooked White Potatoes?If you decide to feed your dog part of a white potato, it must be well-cooked with no added butter or seasoning. Potato products such as potato chips, French fries or mashed potatoes can contain an excess amount of fat and salt that is not healthy for dogs. If your dog has diabetes, do not feed them potatoes, as they can cause spikes in blood sugar. Any potato that’s given as a treat, even in small amounts, should be counted along with other treats to represent a maximum of 10% of your dog’s daily calorie intake. Can Dogs Eat Sweet Potatoes That Are Cooked?Cooked sweet potatoes are healthier choices for dogs because they contain important nutrients such as vitamin A, vitamin B6, vitamin C, calcium, potassium, magnesium, and iron. Vegetables with an orange color contain beta-carotene, which is a precursor for vitamin A and an antioxidant that helps boost immunity. Boiled, steamed, baked, or dehydrated sweet potatoes can be great snacks for your dog. However, check with your veterinarian before adding sweet potato to your dog’s diet because too much vitamin A can cause bone problems and muscle weakness. In addition, sweet potatoes have a lower glycemic index than white potatoes, but veterinary supervision should be used before feeding sweet potato to a diabetic dog. Calories from sweet potatoes should also be counted toward the 10% maximum amount of calories that your dog can have from treats each day. Can Dogs Eat Potato Skins?Potato skins can be difficult to digest, so it is recommended to remove any skin from a white or sweet potato before feeding it to your dog. Featured Image: iStock.com/gorodisskij What happens if dogs eat raw potatoes?Solanine poisoning can cause heart problems, difficulty breathing, and gastrointestinal upset. The raw potato and skins also contain chaconine, which is toxic and can cause irritation to the digestive tract, nervous system symptoms (tremors), and kidney function disorders.
What dogs can't eat raw potatoes?Can Dogs Eat Raw Potatoes or Raw Sweet Potatoes? White potatoes are vegetables in the nightshade family that contain a compound called solanine. This is toxic to dogs, and therefore, they should never eat raw potatoes. Cooking a potato helps reduce the amount of solanine so that it's safe for dogs.
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