When feeding your dog a sweet potato, make sure it's cooked and that the skin is removed; leaving the skin on makes it harder for your dog to digest. You should never feed your dog a raw sweet potato. Not only are they difficult to chew, but they can upset your dog's stomach and potentially cause intestinal blockage.
How toxic are raw potatoes to dogs?
Like tomatoes, raw potatoes contain solanine, a compound that is toxic to some dogs. However, cooking a potato reduces the levels of solanine. If you do feed your dog a potato, it should be baked or boiled, with nothing added to it.
Can dogs eat raw sweet potato peels?
Sweet potato skin is healthy for dogs and can be fed in moderate amounts after it's cooked. The fiber, minerals, vitamins A, C, and E and much more will add to your dog's overall healthy diet.
Will a small piece of raw potato hurt my dog?
What is Potato (Green) Poisoning? Although potatoes are a healthy vegetable for humans, it is best not to feed any part of a raw potato or potato skins to your dog because of the toxins they contain.
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