Thanksgiving's is about here and you know what that means...plenty of food to feast on. There's a warning to pet owners who may be tempted to feed their four-legged friends turkey and all the fix-ins. Mouth-watering turkey is what many cats and dogs want to get their paws on and sink their teeth into.
Veternarian Dr. Taro Cueteara from Mueller Pet Medical Center doesn't recommend stuffing your pets face with these holiday treats. "The turkey bones can break off and cause lacerations in the oral cavity along the esophogus and intestines." He says other foods high in fat can cause pancreatitis...something that's very serious. "They'll show a loss of appetite, vomit, diahrrea within a few hours of having a fatty snack. Also, the spices used to flavor the turkey can also be harmful to your pet.
Still many pet owners say they don't want their dogs and cats to feel left out of the big meal. Vets say that the Holidays are very busy for them because they have to perform a lot of surgeries on animals who get bones lodged in their digestive systems.
Be sure to also avoid letting your pets sample any adult beverages that may be left attended such as beer, wine, or coffee!
- Jen
Natural and Raw Premium Pet Food Co.
NaturalandRaw.com
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