Can dogs eat cooked potatoes?

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Dogs are omnivores and can eat boiled potatoes. However, it should be noted that the amount of potatoes fed to dogs should not be too much, especially potatoes that have deteriorated or germinated, or those that contain a lot of seasoning and salt, otherwise it will cause some damage. Also be careful not to eat potatoes as a staple food, because it contains a lot of starch and sugar. Eating too much can not promote its absorption, nor can it ensure nutrition. Eating it alone for a long time may cause stomach discomfort.

Precautions for dogs to eat potatoes:

1. Potatoes with spices are not recommended for dogs. Dogs may become picky eaters after eating them.

2. It is not allowed to feed germinated and green potatoes. This kind of potatoes contain solanin and other ingredients, and dogs will be poisoned after ingesting them.

3. Potatoes cannot be used as the staple food of dogs. It is still necessary to add dog food or add lean meat, carrots, cabbage, broccoli and other ingredients to make homemade dog food. It is recommended to feed dogs with balanced nutrition so that dogs can grow well.

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