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If you share your home with a dog or cat, then you know you have a ton to be thankful for! Keep up that attitude of gratitude this season by following these safety tips for Thanksgiving foods to avoid for pets:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

The Main Course <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Turkey with gravy is nothing short of iconic this time of year. But this roasted, smoked, or deep-fried tradition can be too rich for a pet who is used to a routine pet food diet. The skin, fat, and seasonings can lead to pancreatitis<\/a>, which is \u201cpainful inflammation of the pancreas that can make pets extremely ill.\u201d Because the pancreas plays a role in insulin production and digestion, inflammation can lead to simple stomach upset or even death. Signs of pancreatitis include listlessness, vomiting, and diarrhea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Another main dish Thanksgiving pet food hazard is those turkey bones, which can lead to choking or intestinal blockages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Side Dishes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Onions and garlic turn dishes like stuffing and mashed potatoes into holiday feasting magic, but they can be toxic to dogs and cats. There are compounds in various onions and in garlic that can lead to anemia in pets<\/a>, so you should avoid giving these raw, cooked, or dried. If you suspect that your pet has ingested onions or garlic, you may notice weakness and pale gums.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even dinner rolls may seem relatively harmless, but yeasted breads can cause uncomfortable gas and bloating, whether from raw dough or baked rolls. With all that bloating and rumbling, intestinal damage is a real risk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Desserts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

We\u2019re all tempted by a little something sweet after the main Thanksgiving meal, but desserts are a general no-no for pets. Raisins, chocolates, some nuts, even the artificial sweetener xylitol can all have different toxic effects:<\/p>\n\n\n\n