Thanksgiving and your Dog

This post not only goes out to service dog owners everywhere but to any pet owner! Okay lets all be very Thankful for our dogs they make us smile, make our doctors up our blood pressure medication, and keeps us from loneliness with their presence.

Yes, lets include our pets in Thanksgiving no lets not give them their own seat at the table and free run with our turkey but lets include "Logan" in our family meal, because after all he is family!!

Some safe Thanksgiving leftovers to give your pup or cat as follows:

• Turkey meat- the white meat with NO skin whatsoever because it is very hard for your dog to digest.
• Plain mash potatoes, cooked carrots, dressing without gravy, and maybe a small biscuit. Avoid spices and gravies.
• If your dog only eats "dog food" dont stress his delicate balance, instead add a little bit of turkey or veggies to his kibble, and safe some veggies as treats to give throughout the evening.
• Does your pooch sit up under the table staring up at you and your guest with wide eyes? Well place a few "treat cups" around the table to give to your pet after you eat filled with all the goodies!!
• Dessert? YES!! A few apple slices with a scoop of mash potatoes, or pumpkin (not the kind in  a can).

You pet doesnt have to miss out and be locked in your bedroom to feast on your pillows! He can share in the family Thanks too! Keeping your pet and mine in mind!

TABITHA CG