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A grandma in a cardigan bakes chocolate chip cookies while a white Bulldog with flour on its nose watches from the counter. 11 / 25

Grandma Bea's Cookies Came Out Perfect. Dumpling's Nose Tells a Different Story.

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A tray of freshly baked chocolate chip cookies sits on the floury counter, still warm and golden at the edges. Grandma Bea leans over her mixing bowls in a cozy oatmeal cardigan, silver hair pinned back, smiling down at her assistant. Dumpling has rested his broad white chin right at the edge of the counter, and there is unmistakable proof of his involvement: a dusting of flour across his nose and wrinkly muzzle. His eyes look up innocently, as though he has no idea how that got there. A hanging dish towel, an oven, and a few houseplants complete the warm, busy kitchen.

This sweet scene is a good reminder about baking safety with dogs. Chocolate is toxic to dogs, and dark or baking chocolate is especially dangerous, so chocolate chip cookies should always be kept out of reach. Raw dough can also be risky, particularly if it contains yeast or raw eggs. Some recipes use xylitol, a sweetener that is very dangerous for dogs. A small amount of plain flour on the nose is generally harmless, but it is best to keep bags and bowls away from curious snouts. If your dog eats chocolate or something you are unsure about, call your vet right away.

Dumpling will not be getting a cookie, but he did get to be part of the fun, and his floury face is the best souvenir of the day. Grandma Bea might just bake him a plain, dog-safe biscuit next time so he does not feel left out.

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