Most people do not think of the Thanksgiving Holiday as being a safety hazard for your pets, but actually it can be very dangerous.  Below is a list of things to watch out for:
1) Fatty foods: Too much fatty, rich or unfamiliar goods give pet pancreatitis or gastroenteritis.
2)  Diet and Exercise: Disruption in his dietary routine can cause upset stomach, diarrhea/vomiting maintain exercise and diet routine.
3)  Bones: Certain bones can lacerate or obstruct pets inside.
4) Onions: widely used and found in many foods can destroy red blood cells, which can lead to anemia.
5)  Grapes and Raisins:  Contain toxins that cause kidney damage.
6)  Chocolate: Can actually be fatal.
7)  Food wrappings: Aluminum foil, wax paper can cause intestinal obstruction.
8)  Fresh water: Make sure there is always fresh water.  The more people in the house the more chances of the water bowl being spilled.
9)  Quiet time: Watch behavior changes around the holidays.  Festivities can be too much stress.
10) Garbage:  Keep securely fastened.
see article from North Shore Animal League of America 2011.
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