But before slipping your dog a treat from the table, you must check that it doesn’t pose a health hazard. “Moderate how much fat they get — whether that’s butter on your carrots or in the pastry from your pumpkin pie — as that’s not good for the pancreas,” said Ali Smith, a Maryland dog dog trainer and founder of Rebarkable.com, in an email to Fox News Digital. Typically, gravy is too rich for dogs — and as most dog foods are relatively plain, the sudden introduction of something so rich can trigger vomiting and diarrhea, said McCarthy. “And if your dog gets into something that you’re worried about, reach out to your veterinary team sooner than later. “If your dog has been eating nothing but kibble, it’s still fine to share a small amount of Thanksgiving leftovers — just don’t overdo it,” she told Fox News Digital.

Source: Fox News November 26, 2023 07:04 UTC