Thanksgiving is all about enjoying time together- family,
friends, and great food. In many households the family pet may also sample a
taste from the holiday table; a morsel of turkey breast for Tabby or a side of fixings
for Fido. Tuned in to those enticing smells, our pets know how to manipulate us
with a flutter of sad puppy dog eyes or incessant meowing.
Sharing these Thanksgiving goodies with our pets can put
their health in jeopardy, but many of us do it. Over 60 percent of pet owners
confess to sharing their holiday meal with their pets, but that doesn’t make it
wise. Here’s why.

Sharing Thanksgiving leftovers can risk more than just an
upset belly though. Feeding human food to our pets can trigger pancreatitis, an
inflammation of the pancreas that results in release of digestive enzymes into
the abdomen. Pets with pancreatitis develop vomiting, diarrhea, lack of
appetite and abdominal pain, often demonstrated by a hunched abdomen.
Pancreatitis is painful and life-threatening and may result in bleeding
disorders or heart arrhythmias. Treatment for pancreatitis includes
hospitalization, intravenous fluids, pain medications and anti-nausea
medications.
Pancreatitis risk is greatest in obese pets or those that
ingest especially fatty foods like greasy meat trimmings, sauces and other rich
side dishes. Be especially cautious with Schnauzers, who have an increased risk
of pancreatitis due to breed predisposition.
Thinking of handing that turkey bone to your dog? Fugettaboutit!
Any bones even cooked bones have the potential to splinter, damage the
digestive tract, or cause an intestinal obstruction. Bone chewing also leads to
damaged, chipped teeth which may require root canal surgery or surgical
removal. You are better off to just brush those pearly whites than risk tooth
pain and a costly dental procedure.
If you are looking for a safer way to include your pets in
the holiday cheer, have a handful of pet treats on the ready. Better to stick
with snacks you are certain will agree with your pet’s digestive system. But if
you must look on the table for your pet’s treat, offer a small amount of white
turkey meat without the skin or bones. Skip the sides, sauces and deserts. And
be wary foods that are toxic to pets such as raisins, grapes, onions, macadamia
nuts and chocolate.

Being thankful for your pets doesn’t mean you have to stuff
them with leftovers. Veterinary clinics across the country see a surge in sick
pets every year after Thanksgiving. Be informed about Thanksgiving dangers and you'll avoid that unwanted emergency room visit this holiday.

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