How can I stop my 12‑kg Labrador from chewing a green potato that I stored on the kitchen floor

Short answer

No, green or sprouted potatoes are toxic to dogs and must be kept completely out of their reach. Store potatoes in a cool, dark pantry away from the floor and use a sealed container so a 12‑kg Labrador cannot access them. Teaching a reliable “leave it” command and supervising any kitchen time can further prevent accidental ingestion. If your dog does manage to eat a green potato, call your veterinarian immediately or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at 888‑426‑4435 for urgent advice.

Green or sprouted potato — Food safety facts

Do not feed · Dogs · full breakdown on the linked food page

Green skin and sprouts contain solanine, which causes vomiting, tremors and heart problems.

Dogs and cats carry the same rating (Do not feed), so the notes below hold for either pet.

Green or sprouted potato should not be given to dogs at all. Even a small amount can do harm, so there is no portion small enough to be safe.

Do not induce vomiting and do not give milk or oil to “dilute” it. Note the food and roughly how much was eaten, then call your vet or a pet poison hotline and follow their advice on whether to bring the pet in straight away.

The full verdict, portion guidance and serving notes are collected on the Green or sprouted potato food facts page.

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Green or sprouted potato — Food safety facts

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