11/25/2025
We all love to celebrate and eat on Thanksgiving day - and we know that you want your pets to feel included too!
Unfortunately, too many animals become sick from eating the wrong thing or too much of something that is generally safe… and that leads to frantic ER visits.
For this reason, we have composed a short list of things to avoid this holiday season!
The main culprits are the usual items - Onions, Garlic and grapes/ raisins. Dogs or cats should not eat food containing any of these three things as they are toxic even in small quantities. Sometimes these get snuck into items like gravy (packet form or bottled) or as seasonings on turkey or ham!
Bones are great at keeping dogs occupied, however they’re also great at splintering and becoming esophageal or gastrointestinal obstructions that require emergency surgery. Sharp splinters can even perforate the inside of your pup’s esophagus or bowels - even during digestion!
Turkey meat is fine in moderation, as long as it is unseasoned. Be aware that too much of it can cause pancreatitis.
Chocolate desserts and any item containing Xylitol are extremely toxic to dogs and/ or cats. It’s safer to keep these (and any dessert item) away from both of them unless you know it is was specifically made (and safe) for your furbaby.
Xylitol goes by many other names, so be sure to research before giving your pet anything that might contain it.
🦃The holidays are loud and bustling, which can be stressful for your pets. Make sure that they are secured while you have guests over - that flurry of activity with people coming and going is a perfect opportunity for your pets to get out and run away. Allow your pets to have calm breaks during festivities especially if they are getting overwhelmed.
If they are microchipped, make sure the chip is registered and up to date with your current information. Microchips are NOT tracking devices. Make sure name tags have up to date contact information as well.
Stay safe and Happy Thanksgiving!
