- The
traditional Thanksgiving menu is high in fat - turkey skin and potatoes,
for example. A diet high in fat can be harmful to your pet's health, so it
is best to refrain from feeding them table scraps. It is particularly
risky to feed dogs scraps containing bones, which can cause choking if
they break or splinter. Even if you are not feeding your pet directly,
keep an eye out for your pet jumping on the table or grabbing food that
falls on the floor. Even better, keep your pet out of the room where the meal
is being served.
- Certain
herbs, such as sage, can cause gastric distress and central nervous system
depression in animals. Also avoid giving your pet chocolate, onions or raw
dough.
- Keep track
of your trash. If you leave unsupervised bags of garbage around, your pet
can get into them and eat all the foods you were so careful to keep away
from him.
- Stick to
your usual routine, feeding your pet his usual food at the regular time.
This makes him less likely to go in search of forbidden foods.
- Pets can
become stressed when there is lots of noise and bustle, or too many people
handle them. If your pet is generally nervous in these situations, or
shows signs of stress, give him his own space. A dog can be taken for a
walk before the guests arrive so that he is calm. Don't let children or
strangers handle your pet if it stresses him out.
- Don't take
your pet to parades or big bashes. The loud noises and crowds are likely
to cause stress.
- If lots of
people are coming in and out of the house, make sure your dog or cat is
wearing a collar. They can easily slip out of a door left open and get
lost.
- Other
hazards you may have in your house on Thanksgiving are toothpicks from
appetizers, skewers and decorations. Keep all of these far away from your
pet.
Have a happy and safe Thanksgiving!
VPAH
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