root vegetable

No, it is not advisable for dogs to eat raw sweet potatoes. Sweet potato is a large, starchy tuberous root that belongs to the family Convolvulaceae. It can have a yellow, white, purple, red, or brown exterior. Meanwhile, its flesh can range from white, orange, yellow, to orange red. PetMD states that the root vegetable is… Continue reading Can Dogs Eat Raw Sweet Potatoes?

Yes, dogs can eat turnips. Turnips are root vegetables belonging to the Brassica genus. They’re round in shape, and can be white, purple, green, or red in colour. Inside, the globular flesh is completely white. Humans can eat both the leaves and the roots. When eaten raw, the taste of the bitter flesh can be… Continue reading Can Dogs Eat Turnips?

Yes, dogs can eat yams. Yams are cylindrical vegetables that belong to the plant family Dioscoreaceae. They are starchy tubers that commonly grow in tropical and temperate areas such as Asia, South America, and West Africa. With over 870 species, yams come in a variety of sizes, colours, and forms. Some cultivars are edible raw,… Continue reading Can Dogs Eat Yams?

Yes, cats can eat beetroot. Beetroot is a purple-coloured root vegetable that’s low in calories, fat, and cholesterol. It goes by many names such as beets, red beet, table beet, dinner beet, garden beet, and golden beet. Aside from the roots that are eaten raw or cooked, its leaves are also edible. From steamed to… Continue reading Can Cats Eat Beetroot?

The short answer: Yes, but only occasionally. The long answer: Cats can occasionally enjoy sweet potatoes in either raw or cooked forms. Unlike potatoes that belong to the nightshade family and cannot be eaten raw, sweet potatoes belong to the morning glory family. Additionally, ASPCA notes that sweet potato vine is non-toxic to cats.   Sweet… Continue reading Can Cats Eat Sweet Potatoes?

The short answer: Yes, but in moderation. The long answer: Carrots don’t just add crunch and texture to your cat’s meal. They are excellent sources of vitamin K1, B6, potassium, fiber, and beta carotene. Beta carotene is linked to multiple health benefits such as maintaining skin and eye health, helping slow down cognitive decline, and… Continue reading Can Cats Eat Carrots?

The short answer: Yes and no. The long answer: Potatoes are root vegetables that cats can occasionally eat as long as they are prepared simply and cooked properly. Cats cannot eat raw, unripe potatoes because they contain a lethal chemical known as solanine, which is poisonous to both animals and humans. The solanine can be… Continue reading Can Cats Eat Potatoes?

The short answer: Yes, but in moderation. The long answer: Radishes are root vegetables that come in a variety of colours such as red and white. They are known for being sources of dietary fiber, protein, vitamin C, and potassium, which can aid your dog’s digestive and skeletal systems. As your dog chews on this… Continue reading Can Dogs Eat Radishes?

The short answer: Yes, but in moderation. The long answer: Usually red in colour, the beet is a root vegetable that is a great source of fiber, folic acid, potassium, and vitamin C. Its high fiber content can improve your dog’s colon health and help him pass stool easily. Feeding your dog beets can also… Continue reading Can Dogs Eat Beets?

The short answer: Yes. The long answer: Your dog will benefit from eating sweet potatoes. These starchy root vegetables contain high amounts of vitamin A (helps keep your dog’s eyes, coat, skin, muscles, and nerves healthy), vitamin C (improves your dog’s immune system), and fiber (aids in your dog’s digestion). As long as they’re not… Continue reading Can Dogs Eat Sweet Potatoes?