root vegetable

Yes, dogs can occasionally eat Japanese yams as long as they’re cooked plainly. Belonging to the family Dioscoreaceae, Japanese yams are a type of starchy tubers native to Japan and China. This yam cultivar is also called mountain yam (yamaimo) and Chinese yam. The long, oblong-shaped tuber has a thin, light brown exterior and a… Continue reading Can Dogs Eat Japanese Yams?

Yes, dogs can occasionally eat cooked yuca root. Also known as cassava or manioc, yuca is a root vegetable that belongs to the family Euphorbiaceae. The plant is native to South America, but is cultivated in many subtropical and tropical zones. It is a good source of carbohydrates, and can also be turned into flour… Continue reading Can Dogs Eat Yuca Root?

Yes, dogs can occasionally eat white potatoes as long as they’re cooked and unseasoned. White potato is a variety of the plant Solanum tuberosum. Native to the Americas, the root vegetable belongs to the nightshade family. White potatoes are different from russet or Idaho potatoes. The former has a light-coloured peel and interior flesh. The… Continue reading Can Dogs Eat White Potatoes?

No, it is not advisable for dogs to eat horseradish. Horseradish is a type of root vegetable that falls under the family Brassicaceae. This mustard family has other popularly grown and consumed vegetables such as broccoli and cabbage. Dogs can eat these aforementioned vegetables, but the same cannot be said about horseradish.  The good news… Continue reading Can Dogs Eat Horseradish?

Yes, dogs can eat jicama occasionally and moderately. Jicama is an edible tuber native to Mexico and Central America. It is widely cultivated in Asian countries, and can be served raw or cooked. The root vegetable has a rough and tough yellow exterior. Inside, it has a hard, creamy texture that’s similar to pear or… Continue reading Can Dogs Eat Jicama?

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?