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Can dogs eat Marzipankartoffeln?

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Overview

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No. Dogs should not eat Marzipankartoffeln. This German festive treat contains sugar, fat, and cocoa powder, which are all harmful to dogs. Cocoa contains toxic theobromine and marzipan’s fat and almond content can trigger pancreatitis or digestive upset. It should be avoided.

Risks

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  • Marzipankartoffeln are festive German confections made from sweetened marzipan rolled into bite-sized balls and dusted with unsweetened cocoa powder to resemble baby potatoes. They are especially popular around Christmas in Germany, Austria, and parts of Switzerland.
  • Marzipankartoffeln are not safe for dogs to consume due to the high sugar and fat content, as well as the presence of cocoa powder.
  • The main ingredient marzipan is made from ground almonds, which—while not toxic on their own in small amounts—can cause gastrointestinal upset and pancreatitis due to their high fat content.
  • Some versions of marzipan may include bitter almond oil or almond extract, which occasionally contains benzaldehyde or traces of alcohol, further increasing the risk to dogs.
  • This sugary treat can cause rapid spikes in blood glucose and contribute to obesity and diabetes in dogs.
  • The cocoa powder used to dust marzipankartoffeln contains theobromine, a compound that is toxic to dogs even in small doses. The darker and more bitter the cocoa, the more dangerous it is for dogs.
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