We love our pets, but here are four foods you should NOT feed them this holiday season.
1. Turkey after it's been seasoned. Unseasoned is okay, and white meat is better than dark. But don't give them the skin. And never give them the carcass, because the bones can splinter and mess up their insides.
2. Garlic and onions. Enough of them can mess with their red blood cell count. The same goes for chives and scallions. So things like stuffing and gravy are off limits.
3. Raisins, grapes, and currants. Don't rush your dog to the vet if they just eat one and seem fine. But those things CAN cause kidney failure in dogs, and some types of cats. So be safe and don't give them any.
4. Baked goods, especially if they're sugar-free. Too much sugar can cause pancreatitis. So things like pie and whipped cream aren't good for pets. Sugar-free stuff is even worse. There's a sugar substitute called xylitol. It can make their blood sugar plummet and cause liver failure. It tends to happen fast, so be really careful with anything sugar-free.