CORPUS CHRISTI, Tx — Any pet owner who has ever stepped paw in a kitchen knows our four-legged friends are usually not far behind, waiting to see if a nibble of something delicious falls to the floor.

As Thanksgiving approaches, families are preparing to enjoy traditional holiday meals, but many popular Thanksgiving foods pose serious health risks to dogs and cats. Fatty holiday meats, stuffing containing onions and garlic, and other rich or sweet dishes can cause digestive upset in pets and lead to severe, potentially life-threatening complications.

Best Friends Animal Society , an animal welfare organization, has compiled a list of safety precautions to help pet owners keep their furry friends safe and happy this Thanksgiving.

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