To ensure that both people and pets have a happy and safe Thanksgiving, the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty of Animals Los Angeles (spcaLA) offers the following tips:
Never give your pets leftover bones. Cooked bones splinter and can be fatal to pets!
Turkey and gravy make a festive feast for humans but not for pets. Turkey skin and gravy are too fatty, and long-term ingestion could cause pancreatitis.
Chocolate is a great treat, but not for your pet. It could make them very sick.
If you are serving a turkey, discard leftover bones and bits in a plastic bag, tie securely, and dispose in an outside dumpster with a secure lid to avoid stray animals from accessing them and becoming ill.
In addition to being microchipped, dogs and cats should always wear I.D. tags with your current address and/or phone number. This is important throughout the year, but especially during the holidays as there may be a greater risk of your pet escaping due to increased visitors.
Are you having more guests than your pets are accustomed to? Secure your pets in a separate room with favorite toys and a cozy pet bed. Play soft music to help them relax. Pets that have their own room will feel safer, less stressed and won’t be able to accidentally escape out the front door.
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