Can cats and dogs eat turkey and other Thanksgiving foods? Here's what experts say about what is safe and not.

Mashed potatoes are a popular Thanksgiving side dish but are they safe for your dogs to eat, too? Here's what a veterinarian says on the matter!

Dr. Aya Alt, the medical director of VCA Broadway Animal Hospital and Pet Center in Colorado, shares which Thanksgiving foods are safe to pets and which foods are toxic and dangerous.

If you can't resist the urge to hook your pets up with some of that delicious holiday cooking, here's what you should be aware of when giving them scraps: What foods are safe for

Some foods like plain turkey and sweet potatoes are OK for pets to consume in moderation on the holiday. Desserts and poultry bones should be kept away from furry friends.

It may come as no surprise that many Americans consider their pets to be members of their family. And with Thanksgiving nearly upon us, it's important to know what food scraps dogs can and can't have.