With nearly half of American households having dogs, chances are you might be seated next to a four-legged family member at Thanksgiving this year. Before you go stealthily sliding stuff off of your plate and into their gullets, be sure you read this list of allowable foods for furbabies. Bookmark it so you can check it again later if you need to.

Therefore, it’s easy to succumb to their charming gaze. But Rule #1: Ask their pet parent if they’re allowed to have people food. Some dogs are on special diets, have certain allergies, or are strictly trained not to beg so it’s important to get permission from mom or dad first.

If you get the go-ahead, these are some of the things on the “Approved List”. If it’s not mentioned or you’re unsure, don’t risk it. Ask if you can give them a doggo treat instead. They’ll still love you for it!

Rule #2: Human foods should be unseasoned and raw/cooked depending on what part of the food pyramid it lands in. Dr. Julie Buzby, a longtime veterinarian and senior specialist, shared a menu of 10 acceptable snacks and 10 forbidden foods for your canine companions. As with anything, moderation is key and please pay attention to how each item is served.

1. Unseasoned, cooked turkey

Like hoomans, puppers shouldn’t eat raw meat. If you give them the bird, be sure it’s thoroughly cooked. Although it might seem bland to you, resist the urge to add seasoning. Onions, garlic and other flavors can be harmful to your pooch.

2. Plain green beans (cooked or raw)

Many doggies love the crunch of uncooked veggies, but you can warm them to soften them up for older babies.

3. Sweet potatoes

Prepare them without the usual flavors, or you might end up with a paw-tient who has an upset tummy. Cut into bite-sized pieces and bake or boil them.

4. Cooked white potatoes

Like sweet potatoes, the mashed white version needs to be prepared sans salt, butter, gravy, etc. Again, your pup will love this version even if it doesn’t coincide with your flavorful palate.

5. Cranberries

Cranberries can be fed raw, cooked, or dried. Just make sure they’re not loaded in sugars or syrups.

6. Pumpkin

Canned pumpkin is often used for doggos with stomach issues anyway, so this is a good ingredient to include. Be sure you use basic, unseasoned pumpkin and not any sort of pie filling.

7. Carrots

Doggos love crunchy carrots, and they offer the same benefits for them as they do for us. You can cook to soften, but be sure to set aside an unseasoned portion for the pooch.

8. Corn

Corn is safe for your canines, but corn on the cob is not. It can get stuck in their stomach/intestines so make sure you serve it by the kernel.

9. Peas

Another crunchy treat for your hounds, and they can be given raw or cooked.

10. Apple slices

The perfect Thanksgiving dessert. Save the cobblers and pies for the two-legged guests. Give the wedges to the pups.

There are also plenty of ingredients on the “Banned List” so be mindful that these don’t accidentally end up on your pup’s plate.

1. Raw dough

This includes rolls, breads, biscuits, and anything else made with yeast. Even the smallest bit can be potentially toxic for pets.

2. Grapes and raisins

No doggie vacuums in the kitchen on this one. Grapes can cause vomiting, the runs, and other terrible tummy issues.

3. Stuffing

Most dressing recipes will include garlic, onions, and the like which can cause anemia in dogs.

4. Mashed potatoes, sweet potatoes, and gravy

Milk and butter used for these dishes have a high fat content, which can increase your dog’s risk of developing pancreatitis.

5. Casseroles

Much like the butter, salt, garlic, and other popular additives used in these comfort foods, they can be toxic for animals.

6. Bones

Any bird bones (turkey, chicken, Cornish hens, etc.) can splinter in your dog’s mouth, throat, stomach, intestines, and anywhere along the route. It’s best to just give them chews made for canine digestive tracts.

7. Alcohol

This should go without saying, but there’s always a drunk uncle who wants to share. Pay special attention to leaving your dairy drinks like egg nog or Bailey’s Irish cream unattended. As we know, doggies get curious.

8. Chocolate

Possibly one of the worst things you can give a mutt is chocolate of any variety: milk, dark, white, semi-sweet, etc. Just avoid it at all costs.

9. Artificial sweeteners

You might trying to be make something a little more healthy, but it has the opposite effect for doggos. If your pet ingests Xylitol, it can cause liver failure and even death.

10. Nuts

Not only are nuts a choking hazard, macadamia nuts are particularly dangerous. They can cause lethargy, fever, vomiting, stumbling, and worse so call a vet immediately if your mutt has nuts.