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Paws Off the Plate! Keeping Your Furry Friend Safe This Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is a time for cozy gatherings, gratitude, and, let's be honest, an abundance of delicious food. As you settle in for that glorious feast, your heart is likely warm, your belly is anticipating turkey, and your eyes might just meet those of your most dedicated dinner guest: your dog.
It’s almost impossible to resist those big, pleading eyes under the table. They seem to say, "I am part of the family, and this is the best smell ever—surely you'll share a bite of that wonderful something!" While sharing our holiday joy with our pets feels loving, a moment of generosity can quickly turn into an emergency vet visit.
This year, let's practice mindful sharing to ensure your Thanksgiving is filled with happy memories, not tummy troubles.
Many classic Thanksgiving ingredients are toxic or dangerous for dogs. Please ensure these items are strictly kept away from your canine companion:
🦃 Cooked Bones: Once cooked, bones become brittle and can splinter, causing severe damage to your dog's mouth, throat, or intestines. Toss them immediately.
🧅 Alliums (Onions, Garlic, Chives, Leeks): Found in stuffings, gravies, and mashed potatoes, these are toxic to dogs and can damage their red blood cells.
🍇 Grapes and Raisins: A common addition to holiday salads or stuffing, these can cause acute kidney failure in dogs.
🍫 Chocolate: Often used in desserts, chocolate (especially dark chocolate) contains theobromine, a stimulant that is highly toxic to dogs.
🧈 Excess Fat and Skin: The rich, fatty skin and drippings from the turkey, gravy, and butter can lead to pancreatitis—a painful and serious inflammation of the pancreas.
🥃 Alcohol: Even a small amount can cause significant intoxication and dangerous drops in blood sugar, blood pressure, and body temperature.
🍬 Artificial Sweeteners: Specifically, xylitol (often found in sugar-free baked goods and some peanut butters) is extremely poisonous, causing a rapid and life-threatening release of insulin.
The Mindful Sharing Guide: Safe & Simple Treats
You absolutely can include your dog in the feast, but only with specific, safe ingredients. The key is to offer things that are plain, cooked, and in small amounts.
Item | Safe Preparation for Dogs |
Turkey | Small piece of white meat only, completely skinless and boneless. Make sure it's unseasoned. |
Plain Potatoes | A spoonful of plain, boiled or baked sweet potatoes or white potatoes. No butter, salt, cream, or garlic/onions! |
Pumpkin | A spoonful of plain, canned pumpkin (100% pumpkin puree, not pie filling) is excellent for digestive health. |
Green Beans | A few pieces of steamed or boiled green beans, unseasoned and without butter. |
Carrots | Small amounts of plain, cooked carrots. |
💡 Pro-Tip: Pre-select a few dog-safe snacks before the meal. When those puppy eyes melt your heart, grab one of your approved treats instead of reaching for the dinner plate.
Set Your Pup Up for Success
To prevent begging and counter-surfing, try these strategies:
Feed Them Early: Give your dog their regular meal just before guests arrive or right before the main dinner is served. A full belly is a less pleading belly!
A Special Activity: Provide a long-lasting, high-value chew toy or a food puzzle filled with safe ingredients (like plain pumpkin or kibble) during the busiest parts of the evening. This keeps them happily occupied and focused on their feast.
Create a Sanctuary: If your dog gets stressed or too distracted by the excitement and smells, set up a cozy den (like a crate or bed) in a quiet room with a treat. They can enjoy a restful holiday away from the hubbub.
Thanksgiving is about celebrating health and happiness with the ones we love, both two-legged and four-legged. By being mindful and prepared, you can guarantee a safe, joyous, and healthy holiday for everyone at your table.
Happy Thanksgiving! 🍁
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Dog Food and Supplement Recalls
Here are the recent recalls and advisories:
Foodynamics - Freeze Dried Pet Treats for potential Salmonella contamination.
Nature’s Own - Pet Chews Bully Bites Treats for potential Salmonella contamination.
Viva - Ground Beef for Dogs and Ground Chicken for Dogs and Cats for potential Salmonella and Listeria contamination.
Savage Pet - Cat Food Chicken for potential bird flu exposure.
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