Katrina Nickell

A useful message from the Hidalgo County Office of Emergency Management for those with furry friends at home:

“Thanksgiving smells and leftovers can tempt our pets🐶🐱, but many holiday foods are risky for them. Ingredients like onions, garlic, rich fats, and sweeteners can lead to serious health issues.

Keep your pets safe by keeping harmful holiday foods out of reach.

If you want to share a small treat, safer options include plain green beans, carrots, sweet potatoes, apples, pumpkin, and unseasoned, boneless turkey!

Enjoy the holiday, and keep curious paws away from the kitchen to avoid any emergencies. 🦃”