Vegetables
Can dogs eat raw or green potato?
If your dog ate this, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at (888) 426-4435 immediately.
Raw, green, or sprouting potato contains compounds that cooking mostly neutralizes, so uncooked or green potato is treated as toxic while a plain cooked potato is fine in moderation.
Toxic principle: solanine and chaconine, glycoalkaloids concentrated in green or sprouting potato skin, flesh, and foliage
Watch for
- drowsiness
- dry mouth
- gastrointestinal upset
- weakness
- tremors
- difficulty breathing in severe cases
Frequently asked questions
Can dogs eat raw or green potato?
Raw, green, or sprouting potato contains compounds that cooking mostly neutralizes, so uncooked or green potato is treated as toxic while a plain cooked potato is fine in moderation.
What should I do if my dog ate raw or green potato?
Contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at (888) 426-4435 immediately. Do not wait for symptoms to appear before calling.
What symptoms should I watch for with raw or green potato and dogs?
drowsiness, dry mouth, gastrointestinal upset, weakness, tremors, difficulty breathing in severe cases. If you notice any of these, contact your veterinarian.
This page is for informational purposes only and is not veterinary advice. Always consult your veterinarian about your pet's diet and health.
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