Thanksgiving foods that cats and dogs can and cannot eat

Keep your pets safe during this food-filled holiday.

Go easy on Thanksgiving 'treats' for pets. Less is better, but if you are tempted to share with your furry friend, take note of what will and won't agree with their digestive systems.


CATS - Ok List

• Turkey (unseasoned)
• Ham (unseasoned)
  
• Sage
• Cranberries
• Potatoes (cooked, plain)
  
• Green Beans
• Pumpkin (cooked or canned)
• Corn (cooked, no cobs)
• Whipped Cream

CATS - Not Ok List

• Turkey skin, bones, drippings
  
• Stuffing
  
• Garlic
  
• Onion
  
• Nutmeg
  
• Grapes
  
• Raisins
  
• Mushrooms
  
• Butter
  
• Xylitol (sugar substitute)

DOGS - Ok List

• Turkey (unseasoned)
• Cranberries
• Sweet Potatoes (no butter)
• Green Beans
• Pumpkin (cooked or canned)
• Corn (cooked, no cobs)

DOGS - Not OK List

• Turkey skin, bones, drippings
  
• Stuffing
  
• Mashed Potatoes
  
• Sage
  
• Garlic
  
• Onion
  
• Nutmeg
  
• Mushrooms
  
• Butter
  
• Xylitol (sugar substitute)