Can Dogs Eat Potatoes?
🟢 Safe in moderation
Plain cooked potato is fine in small amounts, but raw and green potatoes contain solanine and should be avoided.
How much is okay?
A little plain, cooked potato is okay now and then. It's starchy, so it shouldn't be a regular treat.
How to serve it safely
Cook it plain with no butter, salt, or toppings. Never feed raw or green potatoes, and skip fries and chips.
If your dog already ate it
If your dog ate raw or green potato, call your vet, especially if they seem unwell.
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Frequently asked questions
Can dogs eat mashed potatoes?
Only if they're plain. Most mashed potatoes have butter, milk, salt, and sometimes garlic, which are not good for dogs.
Sources: American Kennel Club, ASPCA Animal Poison Control. This is general guidance, not a diagnosis. When in doubt, ask your vet.
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