Can dogs eat potatoes?
In small amounts only. potatoes isn't toxic to dogs, but it isn't something to hand over freely either.
Why
Cooked potatoes are safe, but raw potatoes contain solanine, a toxic compound. Green potatoes and potato leaves are especially dangerous.
What to watch for
Vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, lethargy.
What to do
Offer only cooked potatoes. Avoid raw potatoes and green potatoes entirely.
This page is not veterinary advice and is not a diagnosis. It's a general reference for a common food, and it can't account for your pet's size, age, health conditions, medications, or how much they actually ate. Toxicity is almost always about dose. If your pet has eaten something you're worried about — or is showing any symptoms — call your veterinarian, an emergency animal hospital, or a poison control hotline right away. Never induce vomiting unless a veterinary professional tells you to.