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We\u2019re in the final stretch of that terrible trifecta of weight gain: Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year\u2019s. The 39 days in between these holidays offer a multitude of meals for your family to gorge upon. The trouble is that\u00a0we also share these food celebrations with our pets<\/a>, resulting in the accumulation of\u00a0unwanted pounds\u00a0for all of us<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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The good news is that, with a little planning, we can party with our pets without feeding them unhealthy and fattening foods. Here are some cardinal tips for keeping your pets in fighting\u00a0shape this holiday season.<\/p>\n

1. Obey People Food Rules<\/h4>\n

Let\u2019s get one thing clear: I know the majority of you are going to feed your pets from the table. Guess what? Me, too. Perhaps the biggest myth hoisted upon pet owners is that \u201cpeople food<\/a>\u201d is bad for pets.<\/p>\n

With very few exceptions \u2014\u00a0grapes, raisins, some nuts and chocolate<\/a>\u00a0come to mind \u2014 if you\u2019re eating healthy fare, chances are that you can share some of it with your pet. My no-no\u2019s: anything fried, breaded, glazed or enhanced with extra fat and goodness, as well as bread, fatty meats and decadent sweets that tend to populate party plates.<\/p>\n

Just bear in mind that any sudden change in a pet\u2019s diet can cause gastrointestinal upset, such as\u00a0vomiting<\/a>\u00a0and diarrhea. Fatty and rich foods can also lead to\u00a0pancreatitis<\/a>.<\/p>\n

2. Don\u2019t Supersize Your Pet\u2019s Portion<\/h4>\n

You don\u2019t need to beat yourself up if you slip Scooter a sliver of salmon. In fact, for the most part, I encourage it. But notice that I said \u201csliver.\u201d This is my second bit of advice: portion control.<\/p>\n

Our pets are often one-third to one-tenth our size, so treat accordingly. A one-ounce piece of meat for a 20-pound dog is the same as your entire 10-ounce steak. Sure, that tiny terrier could devour everything on your table, but you\u2019d end up spending your holiday in the animal emergency room. Your choice.<\/p>\n

3. Indulge Pets With Select Fare<\/h4>\n

Rule No. 3 is to choose foods carefully. Skip the butters and sauces. I\u2019d prefer if you indulged your mutt with a m\u00e9lange of crunchy vegetables, like broccoli, celery, carrots, asparagus and cauliflower.<\/p>\n

When it comes to meat, salmon is preferred by most cats and dogs; tuna comes in a close second. Or select lean cuts of ideally free-range or organic beef, turkey and poultry.<\/p>\n

And remember to keep the portions small. I often tell clients that, for every 20 pounds of dog, offer thumb-size bites of fish and meat. For cats, a few flakes of fish or half a thumb of meat is plenty. The bottom line: It\u2019s not the amount of holiday goodies you give that counts; our pets just want to be part of the fun.<\/p>\n

A word about leftovers, especially turkey bones. Don\u2019t do it! The three days following a major holiday are replete with emergency dog surgeries to remove all varieties of bony fragments. Buy a chew toy instead.<\/p>\n

Those almost-empty cocktail glasses that can wait until the morning to be put in the dishwasher are another holiday hazard. As you slumber, your kitties are canvassing the celebratory carnage \u2014 and they seem to be\u00a0especially fond of sampling alcohol<\/a>, which can be deadly to cats and dogs.<\/p>\n

Be sure to also secure second helpings from counter-surfers. How many times must we be awakened by the sound of crashing crystal because our curious canines were scouring the premises for scraps? Candles, ribbons, table runners and other decorations can also be irresistible to pets \u2014\u00a0and almost impossible to pass without surgical intervention. Some dogs take clean-up duty way too seriously.<\/p>\n

4. Cut Back on Kibble \u2014 and Amp Up the Exercise<\/h4>\n

Rule No. 4 for avoiding pet holiday weight gain is to reduce their regular food. You don\u2019t need to necessarily count calories, but you do need to cut back.<\/p>\n

My final tip for trimming excess holiday pounds from your pets is exercise. I know you\u2019ll be crazy-busy with guests and preparations, but nothing beats holiday stress like a brisk, half-hour walk. Make it your goal this holiday to\u00a0walk your dog each day<\/a>, regardless of the weather or other worries.<\/p>\n

I know this sounds terribly common-sensical and unscientific. That\u2019s because it is. We don\u2019t need reams of research to understand that healthy holiday habits are something we should strive for, especially when it comes to our pets.<\/p>\n

If you try these approaches, you\u2019ll see that your pet will be healthier, happier and perhaps a bit lighter when the New Year begins. Besides, it will make your own resolutions that much easier.<\/p>\n

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Dr. Ernie Ward\u2019s Holiday Feast for Dogs<\/h3>\n

For a gourmet holiday meal that\u2019s both healthy and chop-licking delicious, consider whipping up this special, 200-calorie canine menu.<\/p>\n

Salad<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u00bd cup chopped spinach, 4 baby carrots and 6 apple cubes (\u00bd-inch each) \u2014 approximately 25 calories<\/p>\n

Main Course<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u00bd can Sockeye salmon (1.5 ounces) \u2014 approximately 65 calories
\n\u00bc cooked sweet potato \u2014 approximately 40 calories
\n\u00bd cup green beans \u2014 approximately 8 calories<\/p>\n

Dessert<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u00bc cup canned pumpkin \u2014 approximately 20 calories
\n\u00bd sheet plain graham crackers (2 cookies) \u2014 approximately 30 calories
\n\u00bd teaspoon honey \u2014 approximately 12 calories
\nPinch of cinnamon<\/p>\n

This meal is for a 20- to 40-pound dog. Reduce or increase portion size accordingly.<\/em><\/p>\n

Note: Keep in mind that if you feed your pet anything that strays from his regular diet \u2014 especially in large quantities \u2014 it may cause gastrointestinal upset, such as\u00a0vomiting<\/a>\u00a0and diarrhea. If your pet has a pre-existing medical condition or if he\u2019s on a hypoallergenic diet, you should not feed him any treats or new foods until you have discussed it with your veterinarian.<\/em><\/p>\n

This article was written by a Veterinarian.<\/p>\n

This article reproduced with the permission of\u00a0Vetstreet<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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