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Is Sweetpotato toxic to dogs?

Ipomoea batatas 'Beauregard'

Non-toxic to dogs

No — sweetpotato is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to dogs. It is a sensible choice for a home with a dog; a curious nibble will not poison them, though no plant is meant to be eaten. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. ASPCA lists sweet potato vine (Ipomoea batatas) as non-toxic to dogs, cats and horses. The cooked tuber is also commonly used in pet foods. As with any plant, eating large amounts of foliage may cause mild GI upset, but the species itself is not classed as poisonous.

Is sweetpotato toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is sweetpotato toxic to dogs?

No — sweetpotato is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to dogs. It is a sensible choice for a home with a dog; a curious nibble will not poison them, though no plant is meant to be eaten. ASPCA lists sweet potato vine (Ipomoea batatas) as non-toxic to dogs, cats and horses. The cooked tuber is also commonly used in pet foods. As with any plant, eating large amounts of foliage may cause mild GI upset, but the species itself is not classed as poisonous.

Is sweetpotato safe for dogs?

Yes — the ASPCA lists sweetpotato as non-toxic to dogs and dogs. A dog that chews a large amount of any foliage can still get a mild, brief stomach upset, so discourage grazing, but it will not be poisoned.

Is sweetpotato toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Sweetpotato is non-toxic to cats as well. See the full sweetpotato pet-safety guide for both species.

What other plants are safe for dogs?

Reliable ASPCA non-toxic picks for a dog home include spider plant, calathea, parlor palm, peperomia, and most true ferns. Browse the best dogs-safe plants list to check more before you buy.

Full sweetpotato pet-safety