You may have noticed that sweet potatoes are also a common ingredient in dog food to add extra fiber for a well-balanced diet.
Sweet potato, in general, is really beneficial for your dog and provides him with essential dietary fiber that mainly comes from the peel. Unlike corn or unhealthy fillers, sweet potato is a whole food with high-quality fiber.
Just like in fruits or vegetables, the skin of a sweet potato is packed with essential nutrients and minerals.
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Therefore, removing the sweet potato skin will decrease the nutrient intake.
You can either boil or bake a sweet potato with the skin on or removed. Boiling sweet potatoes in water will take about 10-12 minutes or until they are soft and edible. Never add any butter, oil or seasoning to the food.