🐶 Celebrating Turkey Day Together 🐶

While it may be tempting to share your Thanksgiving feast with your furry friend, it's important to be mindful of what you offer. Some human foods can be harmful to dogs, so it's crucial to stick to safe options.  

If you're unsure about whether a particular food is safe for your dog, it's always best to consult with your veterinarian. They can provide you with specific advice based on your dog's individual needs and health conditions.  

Read on for some food do’s and don’t’s for your Turkey Day!

Sit & Stay Pro Tip — Be Mindful of Leftovers

After a long day of cooking and eating to your heart’s content, letting your pup partake in some of the deliciousness too only seems fair. There are quite a few dog-friendly Thanksgiving traditional foods that they can have for the special occasion (in moderation) but there are some that should be avoided at all costs.

Be sure to save this list to consult for your holiday celebration!

Okay Foods:

• Plain, cooked turkey: Avoid the skin and bones.

• Plain, cooked vegetables: 

  • Green beans

  • Carrots

  • Sweet potatoes

• Plain, cooked rice: A small amount can be a good side dish.

• Pumpkin puree: A small amount can aid in digestion.

Do Not Feed:

• Turkey skin: High in fat, can lead to pancreatitis.

• Turkey bones: Can splinter and cause internal injuries.

• Gravy: Rich and fatty, can upset the stomach.

• Stuffing: Often contains ingredients that are harmful to dogs.

• Mashed potatoes with gravy: High in fat and sodium.

• Yeast dough: Can rise in the stomach and cause serious health problems.

• Chocolate: Toxic to dogs.

• Alcohol: Toxic to dogs.

• Coffee and tea: Can cause caffeine toxicity.

• Nuts: Can cause digestive issues and in some cases, can be toxic.

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Dog Food and Supplement Recalls

Here are the recent recalls and advisories:

• ANSWERS - All beef and chicken dog foods for potential listeria and salmonella.

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Vet Recommendation — Make a Safe Space

Especially if you’re having a lot of guests over at your house, your dog may be anxious about the sudden changes. That’s why it’s important to give them a safe space to decompress if they need to. A crate, separate room, or their own dedicated corner might work, depending on your dog’s demeanor. Calming treats are also helpful, anxiety-reducing aids.

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