Leftovers are often used as dog food. If they contain boiled potatoes, that's perfectly fine. But be careful with raw or even green potatoes - eating them can lead to symptoms of poisoning in dogs and many other animals.

Why are potatoes poisonous to dogs?

The solanine contained in potatoes, an alkaloid of the nightshade family, is not only harmful to humans but also to dogs. Solanine is mainly concentrated in the peel, in the sprouts and in green areas.

A small amount contains the pulp and after cooking there is hardly any left of it. The consumption of peeled and boiled potatoes is therefore harmless.

Prepare potatoes for dogs

  • always peel and cook
  • Remove green spots and germs
  • do not feed them the peel of boiled jacket potatoes
  • Discard cooking water

What symptoms of poisoning can occur?

The extent to which the dog is affected depends on its weight and constitution. May occur:

  • mucosal irritation
  • vomiting and diarrhea
  • convulsions, disruption of brain functions

What other animals are affected?

Raw, sprouted and green potatoes as well as the potato tops and berries are toxic to cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, horses, cattle, sheep, pigs and birds. Boiled potatoes can be fed in moderation.

tips and tricks

Digging is fun for most dogs. Since potato cabbage and potato berries are also poisonous, it is better not to let your dog near the potato patch.

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Vegetable garden