Potatoes

carb ingredient

Medium

What is it?

Potatoes is a carbohydrate (starch/filler) ingredient. Graded medium: nutritionally adequate and nothing to worry about, but not a standout ingredient either way.

Other names on labels: potato, dried potatoes, potato flakes

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dehydrated potatoes, dried flaked potatoes, dried potato flakes, dried potato, flaked potatoes

At a glance

Base score
0.5 (from −1 to 1; higher is better)
Found in
1,599 products

Products containing potatoes

Results reflect the latest label we hold for each product, not a live check of today's recipe. Open a product to see its source and last-checked date.

Common questions about potatoes

Is Potatoes good for dogs?

We grade it medium: nutritionally adequate, but not a standout either way. The overall recipe matters more than any single ingredient.

Are potatoes a good carbohydrate source for dogs?

Potatoes provide a starchy carbohydrate source and are commonly used in grain free dog foods. They offer energy and some fibre, though they are lower in protein than peas or lentils. Dogs with certain sensitivities may tolerate potatoes well, but speak to your vet if you have concerns.

How many UK dog foods contain potatoes?

1,599 UK products list potatoes as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown above, sorted by rating.

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What else is potatoes called on labels?

Manufacturers list it under several names: potato, dried potatoes, potato flakes, dehydrated potatoes, dried flaked potatoes, dried potato flakes, dried potato, flaked potatoes. We match all of these to the same glossary entry when we read a label.

How does Open Dog Food grade potatoes?

We grade it medium: nutritionally adequate, but nothing special either way. Every ingredient is converted to its dry-matter share and scored from our glossary before a recipe gets its 1-100 rating; the full method is on our methodology page.