PUPPY TALK
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all is here and
soon will be
Thanksgiving.
It’s good to be
prepared when you dog
comes begging. While
you or a guest might be
tempted to throw him a
bone or some scraps, it
is best to get control of
this bad habit quickly.
Beware, there are many
hidden dangers in the
holiday turkey and all
its feast.
It is always
good to consult your
vet before giving your
dog any table food. In
addition, we have a few
tips.
Turkey is a good
meat that provides a
lean protein to share
with your pet. Stick to
the white meat when
giving them some
slices and make sure to
choose pieces that have
no bones. Remove any
excess skin or fat, and
rinse off any gravy or
seasonings. Seasonings
and gravy usually have
salt and onion that can
be dangerous for your
pet.
Potatoes,
especially sweet
potatoes, provide health
benefits for your pet. But
they should be given
to them before you
mix anything in them.
Cheese, sour cream,
milk, onion, scallions,
gravy, and butter are all
ingredients that are bad
for your dog. Consider
setting aside some
potatoes after you’ve
boiled them to give your
dog once they’re cooled.
Pumpkin is also
a healthy food to share
with your pet. However,
if you use canned foods,
choose unsalted and
unsweetened. He’ll
appreciate a teaspoon
mixed in his food.
There are many
fruits and vegetables
that your dog will love
and that are good for
them. But don’t wait
for the food to get to
the table. The added
ingredients like butter,
salt and sugar are not
good for him. Fresh
fruits and vegetables
are a great addition
to everyone’s diet, so
instead, set aside some
fresh slices of banana,
apples (no seeds),
carrots, and cooked
green beans to give
to him. That way he’ll
have his own feast and
you won’t have to feel
like you’ve left him out.
Happy Thanksgiving!
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