2. Ham<\/strong> 4.\u00a0Salads with Raisins or Grapes<\/strong> 5. Chocolate<\/strong> Safe Foods:<\/strong><\/p>\n 1. Turkey<\/strong> 2. Corn<\/strong> 4. Carrots<\/strong> 5. Pumpkin<\/strong> 6. Sweet potatoes<\/strong> Keep a vigilant eye on your pets during Thanksgiving since they might just try to snatch some food that\u2019s could cause them to become ill. Also, this Thanksgiving , remember to be thankful not only for your family, but for your pets!<\/p>\n What Thanksgiving foods will you let your pet try? Let us know in the comments!<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" The time of year when we start wearing our extra-stretchy pants and prepare to eat more than we should has arrived! Thanksgiving is a holiday of spending time with family, being thankful, and eating plenty. As part of your family, you may want to let your pets get involved. But what can or can\u2019t they eat? Here are 6 Thanksgiving […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":23,"featured_media":3573,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[6],"tags":[19,18,109,47,378],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.sittingforacause.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3562"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.sittingforacause.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.sittingforacause.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.sittingforacause.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/23"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.sittingforacause.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=3562"}],"version-history":[{"count":6,"href":"https:\/\/www.sittingforacause.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3562\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":5249,"href":"https:\/\/www.sittingforacause.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3562\/revisions\/5249"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.sittingforacause.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/3573"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.sittingforacause.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=3562"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.sittingforacause.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=3562"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.sittingforacause.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=3562"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}![\"\"](\"http:\/\/www.sittingforacause.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/stuffing.jpg\")
<\/a>1. Stuffing<\/strong>
\nStuffing is a staple thanksgiving food. Oftentimes made chives<\/a>, garlic, and scallops. These ingredients are extremely toxic to dogs and cats and can cause life-threatening anemia.<\/p>\n
\nHam and other pork products can cause pancreatitis<\/a>, upset stomach, vomiting and diarrhea. \u00a0Ham has a dangerously high salt content, which may cause dehydration and lead to bloating. It is also high in fat. Even a small amount of ham can contribute a very large amount of calories to in a small dog or cat\u2019s diet.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"http:\/\/www.sittingforacause.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/mashed-potatoes-300x225.jpg\")
<\/a>3.\u00a0Mashed Potatoes<\/strong>
\nWhile plain potatoes are safe for pets to eat, mashed potatoes usually contain butter and
\nmilk. Most dogs are unable to properly digest dairy products<\/a>, so eating these products can cause diarrhea. Some mashed potato recipes call for onion powder, garlic, or chives which are very toxic to pets.<\/p>\n
\nSome salads served during Thanksgiving include raisins<\/a> or grapes. These are very deadly and can cause severe kidney failure in dogs.<\/p>\n
\nWhile pumpkin and sweet potato pies are the staple Thanksgiving desserts, chocolate pies and cakes may be brought to the table. Chocolate is toxic to dogs and cats. The darker the chocolate, the more toxic it is. Chocolate contains methylxanthines<\/a>, which can lead to potentially fatal health issues including seizures and irregular heartbeats.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"http:\/\/www.sittingforacause.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/pumpkin-pie-300x268.jpg\")
<\/a>6. Pumpkin Pie<\/strong>
\nWhile canned or fresh cooked pumpkin is healthy for pets, pumpkin pies usually contain spices such as cinnamon, nutmeg<\/a>, cloves and allspice, which may cause problems if eaten. Whipped cream may be too rich and hard to digest for lactose intolerant pets.<\/p>\n
\nTurkey<\/a> is great for pets, as long as it is not covered in garlic and other spices. Be sure to remove excess fat and skin from the meat and check for bones. Poultry bones can splinter and cause damage to the inside of the stomach and intestines.<\/p>\n
\nCorn isn\u2019t the best but it\u2019s also not bad for your pet. It is often used as a cheap filler in dog foods. If you decide to give your pet corn, make sure it is off the cob<\/a> as it can be difficult to digest.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"http:\/\/www.sittingforacause.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/beans-300x300.jpg\")
<\/a>3. Green beans<\/strong>
\nGreen beans are very high in fiber and low in calories. They are highly recommended by veterinarians for owners looking to help their pet lose weight<\/a>.<\/p>\n
\nCarrots are high in fiber and vitamin A while being low in calories, so they make a great snack. Chewing raw carrots is also beneficial for your dog\u2019s teeth<\/a>.<\/p>\n
\nCanned pumpkin or fresh, cooked pumpkin is great for dogs with unhappy tummies<\/a>. It is also an excellent source of vitamin A and fiber. Make sure not to add any sugars or spices.<\/p>\n
\nSweet potatoes are similar to pumpkins. They are also high in vitamin A, fiber, and other nutrients. They are best when steamed or baked, and served unseasoned. Be careful to avoid brown sugar and marshmallows. Sugar-free marshmallows contain xylitol<\/a>, a serious toxin for dogs.<\/p>\n