A Healthy Thanksgiving for Your Doodle
You know how I feel about variety, but if you must 🙂
- Please don’t feed the dog turkey skin; it is high in fat and hard to digest. The skin also holds any marinade, butter, oils, or spices used in baking, which can cause stomach upset. Instead, peel the skin off a big slice of turkey (white meat is best), then cut it into appropriate-sized pieces.
- A scoop of plain mashed sweet potatoes, cooked carrots, broccoli or green beans, even a tiny biscuit without butter or some dressing without gravy will be a treasure for your dog – set aside his portion before adding sugar, cream, butter, etc.
- A good substitute for gravy for your dog is a little turkey broth.
- If your dog eats typically only “dog food” (i.e., kibble), don’t offer up a big plate full of turkey, veggies, and potatoes all at once. The drastic variation in food can stress his system. Offer the dog small portions to accompany his regular meal.
- If your dog will be planted under the table during dinner, place a few “treat cups” around the table. Fill these with anything sensible.
Have a wonderful Thanksgiving !!
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