Posted November 24, 2015

Ready to chow down? Be sure to follow these tips for a healthy, happy holiday.

thanksgiving-fact-sheet

No Dough: Raw bread dough can cause major health problems for pets. Once ingested, the yeast can convert the dough sugars to carbon dioxide gas and alcohol, resulting in bloated, drunken pets. These complications may become life-threatening, requiring hospitalization.

Check That Bird: If you feed your pet any turkey, make sure it is fully-cooked and boneless. Undercooked meat can make your pet sick, while carcass bones can cause digestive problems.

No Grapes Or Raisins: These foods contain a toxin that can cause kidney damage to both cats and dogs.

No Chocolate: Keep sweets out of reach, as chocolate can sometimes be fatal.

Keep It Slimming: Don’t feed your pet any foods that are very fatty or too rich. This can cause life-threatening conditions, like pancreatitis or gastroenteritis.

A Feast For All: Avoid all risks this Thanksgiving by giving your pet a feast just for them. Some of their usual treats or favorite toys are a great way to celebrate.

Don’t Over Do It: Too much food can give your pet an upset stomach, diarrhea, or even pancreatitis.

Stay Hydrated: Make sure your pet has a constant source of fresh water throughout the festivities.

Watch For Stress: Reserve a quiet area where your pet can go and relax if the celebration is too much for them.

Lock The Garbage: Don’t let your pet go through the trash in search of something delicious. They might end up eating something that can make them sick or be fatal.