Brittania Horneff

As you’re digging into a comforting holiday side of baked sweet potatoes topped with toasted marshmallows and brown sugar, your thoughts may naturally wander to, “Can dogs eat sweet potatoes?” Much like humans, dogs can eat sweet potatoes — minus the marshmallows and sugar — in moderation to receive a number of health benefits.

Like strawberries, sweet potatoes can be a nice switch up from savory flavors typically found in a dog’s diet. Like cucumbers, sweet potatoes are considered a superfood by nutritionists – packed with vitamin A, vitamin C, potassium, and fiber. Compared to white potatoes, sweet potatoes are more versatile, lower in starch, and non-toxic if your dog accidentally ingests them raw. Ultimately, among all the foods you’re wondering whether or not your dog can eat, sweet potatoes can add nutritional value to your dog’s diet.

In fact, you’ll find many pet food and dog treat manufacturers include sweet potatoes in their products. They’re also found in some limited-ingredient or grain-free kibble formulas for dogs with food allergies. There are some concerns with this, which we’ll look at later in this article. For now, let’s look closer at the sweet potato to see why (and how) these tubers can be a healthy addition to your dog’s diet.

Sweet potatoes can be safe for dogs to eat if they are:

“Safe amounts” of any food will vary based on your pet’s size, age, and health status. As with many other fruits or vegetables, sweet potatoes should be fed to your dog in moderation and as occasional treats, not as part of a regular diet. Too much of a good thing, even if it’s nutritious, should be offered in small amounts first to avoid any allergic response or intolerance.

With sweet potatoes, the high fiber content can lead to diarrhea in dogs, while too much vitamin A can cause bone and muscle weakness.

Consider the following tips when preparing to feed your dog sweet potatoes:

Considered a whole superfood, sweet potatoes are packed with vitamins and minerals that benefit the health of dogs and dog owners alike.

While many dogs eat sweet potatoes without incident, you should consider your dog’s diet carefully, as canine health may vary. Risks may outweigh the benefits of sweet potatoes in a dog’s diet if your pet has:

Sweet potatoes are not toxic to dogs. While dogs digest boiled or baked sweet potatoes better, a raw piece is not likely to cause harm.

Freeze-dried or dehydrated sweet potatoes are a great snack for dogs. When prepared this way, the moisture content is removed, without sacrificing nutrients or flavor.

Avoid feeding your dog frozen, commercially prepared human-grade sweet potatoes like sweet potato fries, as these products may contain harmful additives. You may, however, freeze a fresh sweet potato for up to six months to maintain freshness. We recommend cooking before serving, as dogs tend to enjoy the taste more and it’s easier on their stomachs.

If your dog is prone to having loose poop, you may find the added fiber content from sweet potatoes firms the stool up slightly. On the other hand, too much sweet potato can cause the stool to become runnier. It’s best to introduce a small amount at a time.

Allergic reactions are rare, but possible with any new food. When introducing sweet potatoes to your dog’s diet, watch out for itchiness, breathing difficulties, or rashes. If necessary, your vet can perform allergy tests for your dog.

Sweet potatoes can be a nutritious treat for your furry friend – and it’s fun to see your pup perk up once they find a new flavor. As always, check with your vet before you add any new food to your dog’s diet – in this case, especially if your dog has kidney disease, heart disease, diabetes, is overweight, or has a chronic ear or skin infection.

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