11/22/2024
Keeping our furry friends healthy means being mindful of what they eat this Thanksgiving! 🦃 🐾
Certain foods:
chocolate, grapes, onions, and fatty, and seasoned foodscan be toxic to cats and dogs, leading to serious health issues such as pancreatitis.
Pancreatitis is an inflammation of the pancreas that can cause severe abdominal pain, vomiting, and lethargy.
Here are some safe foods you can give your pets in small amounts for Thanksgiving:
1. Turkey: Make sure it's plain, cooked, and boneless. Avoid giving them the skin or any seasoned parts.
2. Sweet Potatoes: Plain and cooked without any added sugar or spices.
3. Green Beans: Steamed or boiled without any seasoning.
4. Pumpkin: Plain canned pumpkin (not the pie filling) is great for digestion.
5. Apples: Sliced and without seeds or core.
And if you need some substitutes for common Thanksgiving dishes:
- Instead of mashed potatoes with butter and milk, you can give them plain, boiled potatoes.
- For a treat, you can make pet-friendly biscuits with pumpkin and oats!
Always remember to keep portions small and avoid anything with onions, garlic, grapes, raisins, or chocolate.
By avoiding these harmful foods and sticking to a balanced diet, we can help ensure our pets live long, healthy lives. Remember, a little prevention goes a long way in keeping your beloved pets safe and happy!
