DIRECTIONS Preheat oven to 250°F. Wash the sweet potato or yam (the very orange type). Cut down the middle lengthwise. Then cut long lengthwise slices about 1/3 of an inch wide and place on a cookie sheet in a single layer. Bake in oven at 250 F for about 3 hours.
What is the best way to cook sweet potatoes for dogs?
Boil them on a medium heat for 15-20 minutes, or until they are tender. Drain out the water, then place the sweet potatoes in a pot and mash them well. Allow to cool, then mix in with your dog's regular food – you should feed between a tablespoon and 1/4 cup at a time, depending on the size of your dog.
How much sweet potato should I feed my dog?
Dogs should start out with very small amounts of sweet potato, usually no more than one or two ounces per serving. Toy breed dogs should start with a quarter or half of an ounce (about two to three teaspoons) and large breed dogs can have a little bit extra if they tolerate the first serving well.
How do you put sweet potato on a dog's diet?
Do not give dogs raw sweet potatoes, though; they should always be cooked. Steam and mash them, then add a little to your dog's normal meal. Steaming or boiling actually maintains more of their nutrients than roasting or baking does. Because they are rich in fiber, introduce sweet potatoes slowly.
Can I give cooked sweet potato to my dog?
White potatoes are from the nightshade family, making them toxic if fed to dogs raw. However, sweet potatoes, since they aren't related to white potatoes, are not toxic. Cooked sweet potatoes are great for your pooch, but raw sweet potatoes may cause a belly ache or intestinal upset.
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