When you think Thanksgiving, you think food. Turkey, stuffing, cranberry sauce, green beans, mashed potatoes and pie, to be specific. And if you’ve got a dog, you can add another thing to that list: big, sincere puppy dog eyes. If you’re anything like us, you’re powerless to resist – but you also want to make sure the food you inevitably feed Fido won’t make him sick later.

To make your life a little easier (and keep that begging pooch out of the kitchen), we’ve prepared a list of dog-friendly Thanksgiving foods – along with a few treats that should be reserved for humans only.

DO FEED YOUR DOG:

• TURKEY MEAT. Your dog can safely gobble up some turkey, but keep the rich skin and sharp bones out of reach.
• PLAIN POTATOES. Give your pooch a few bites before you add garlic, onion or cream.
• SWEET POTATOES. Sweet potatoes and yams are perfectly healthy for pups – provided you save the marshmallows for yourself.
• FRESH PUMPKIN. Pumpkin is a perfectly appropriate addition to your dog’s plate, as long as it’s cooked and plain.
• PLAIN PEAS. They may not seem too appealing to you, but trust us – your dog will love them.

DO NOT FEED YOUR DOG:

• PUMPKIN PIE FILLING. Pumpkin pie filling often includes Xylitol, which can be deadly for canines.
• STUFFING. Anything with additional spices, butter and other rich ingredients can cause pancreatitis or other digestive ailments in dogs.
• ONIONS, GARLIC AND SCALLIONS. Garlic and onionscan be particularly toxic for pups.
• MASHED POTATOES. Did we mention butter, garlic and rich ingredients?
• CHOCOLATE DESSERTS. General rule of thumb for dogs: chocolate = toxic. That’s good news for you, though, ‘cause who wants to share chocolate?
• ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES. Is it super cute that your dog seems really interested in your pumpkin ale? Yep. Should you give him a taste? Nope!
• SALADS WITH RAISINS OR GRAPES. Veterinarians recently realized that grapes and raisins can cause kidney failure in dogs.

With these guidelines in mind, you and your dog can share an unforgettable Thanksgiving feast! P.S. In lieu of dessert, give your pup a teeth-cleaning treat.

Should your dog accidentally ingest something potentially dangerous when you’re not looking, post the phone number to the Pet Poison Helpline (855-764-7661) as well as the number and address for your local emergency veterinarian in a place where all household members can see it.