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Can dogs eat Red potatoes?

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Overview

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Caution. Red potatoes can be a healthy carbohydrate and fiber source for dogs when served in moderation. However, it's essential to cook the red potatoes thoroughly to ensure that the toxic substance called solanine is neutralized. This ensures safety and avoids potential toxicity in dogs.

Benefits

health-benefits
  • Red potatoes are at type of potato that have smooth red skin. They have a similar nutritional profile to regular potatoes, so they also contain important nutrients essential for canine health, such as carbohydrates for energy and fiber for digestive health.
  • Red potatoes are also rich in vitamins A, C and B6, as well as calcium, iron and magnesium. They are particularly high in potassium, which support muscle and nerve function.

Risks

health-risks
  • Just like regular potatoes, red potatoes contain solanine, a compound that's toxic to dogs. This glycoalkaloid is usually found in the skin, sprouts, and green parts of the potatoes. It acts as a natural pesticide which is harmful to dogs when ingested. It disrupts the gastrointestinal tract and nervous system. Some effects of solanine poisoning include digestive upset, weakness, tremors, lethargy, irregular heartbeat, and difficulty breathing.
  • Raw potatoes are poisonous to dogs due to the presence of solanine. They are also hard for dogs to digest.
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Servings

serving-suggestions
  • Boil or baked the red potatoes without any salt, seasoning, or butter. Mash the cooked red potatoes or cut them into bite-sized pieces.
  • Red potatoes should only given to dogs as an occasional treat and not as part of their regular diet.

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