Thanksgiving is a time to sit around the table with family and friends and enjoy a big dinner and the company of one another – but we mustn’t forget the furry members of our family either! There are a few tips to remember when Thanksgiving rolls around that we wouldn’t normally think about. Keep these in mind to make sure your pet stays healthy and away from danger so we can all have a Happy Thanksgiving!
Turkey and Chicken Bones Should Never Be Given To Pets, as they can be deadly. Bones splinter easily and can cause choking or internal ruptures. Watch for signs of gagging and retching.
String used in securing a roasted turkey can be very tempting to pets because of all the juices it absorbs. If eaten, the string can cause choking and/or serious intestinal problems and blockage requiring surgery to save the animal’s life. Sometimes it can even be fatal.
Pets are not “Party Aniamls”! It is not funny to give a helpless creature alcohol just so you can get a laugh; while the pet suffers from gastrointestinal problems.
Our Yummy Chocolate desserts are toxic to pets, even in small amounts. Chocolate contains Theo bromine, a caffeine-like substance that can cause vomiting, diarrhea, rapid breathing, seizures and disorientation.
Do not give aspirin or any painkillers containing acetaminophen to cats. They are toxic!