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Grandpa Made a Fancy Patio Breakfast. One Plate Got a Lot of Attention.

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Breakfast outdoors is a treat, and Grandpa Gus has gone all out: fluffy scrambled eggs, a slice of avocado toast, a golden croissant, and a big mug of milky coffee, all laid out on a little table in the morning sun. He leans back with a warm, crinkly smile, clearly enjoying the moment. Sunny has edged right up to the table, her nose hovering just above the plate with the croissant and her eyes turned up to him in the most hopeful expression imaginable. Potted plants, a sunny wall, and a garden path in the background make the patio feel like a little vacation spot.

It is tempting to share breakfast with a dog this sweet, but some of these foods are better kept on the human side of the table. Avocado is often on lists of foods to avoid for dogs, and the large pit is a serious choking and blockage hazard. Buttery pastries like croissants are rich in fat, which can upset a dog's stomach and add calories a Labrador does not need. Coffee contains caffeine, which is toxic to dogs. Plain scrambled egg, cooked without butter, salt, onion, or garlic, is generally considered a safe occasional treat in small amounts. If you are not sure whether a food is safe, it is always worth checking with your vet before sharing.

Sunny might end up with a spoonful of plain egg if she is lucky. Either way, she is not leaving the table until breakfast is officially over.

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