Myth or Fact: Are carbohydrates good for your pet?
A common belief is that dogs should not be given the smallest speck of leftover potatoes because starch can’t be digested by dogs. This fact was disproved years ago by scientific tests. Dogs can digest cooked starch just as people can. Carbohydrates, so essential in the dog’s properly balanced diet, come partly from starches. This does not mean, however, that a diet of potatoes, macaroni, or bread is recommended.
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