Can Dogs eat Turkey?

Yes, dogs can eat turkey as long as it’s boneless and skinless. The skin is much too fatty for your dog, while the bones can cause internal damage

Can Dogs enjoy Gravy?

Unfortunately not - The gravy we enjoy is far too salty and fatty for your dog. Gravy from your Christmas dinner should be avoided as it could cause a stomach upset and digestive issues such as sickness and diarrhoea

Can Dogs Eat Stuffing

Due to the fact most stuffing contains onions, this should be avoided as they can be toxic for dogs. Stuffing also contains spices and herbs which may upset your dog’s stomach.

Can Dogs Eat Potatoes

Your dog can enjoy some boiled or mashed potatoes before any butter or seasoning is added. So remember to keep some to one side for them. Roasted Potatoes should be avoided as they are fatty and too rich.

Can Dogs Eat Vegetables

Similar advice as the potatoes, vegetables such as green beans, peas, parsnips and swede can all be fed to your dog once cooked but with no butter, fat or seasoning added.

If you would like to prepare your dog a special Christmas meal that shows just how great the festive season is with them in your life, below is our favourite recipe

Doggy Christmas Dinner

Ingredients

2 Tbsp. coconut oil

1 diced carrot

1 small diced butternut squash

½ cup frozen peas

1 lb. Low-fat ground beef or chicken depending on your dogs dietary requirements

First, cook the meat in a large frying pan. Once the meat is cooked, stir in the coconut oil. Add the carrots and diced butternut squash followed by enough water to cover the veggies. Bring to a boil then simmer for around 20 minutes. Finally, add the peas and stir.

ILLUSTRATION DRAWN BY THE TALENTED PAPER AND JEN