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Grandpa Earl Set Out Two Plates of Eggs on the Patio. Only One Was His.

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Breakfast on the patio is a simple pleasure, and Grandpa Earl is making the most of it. He sits at a weathered wooden table surrounded by potted herbs and lavender, buttering a thick slice of toast next to a plate of fluffy scrambled eggs. A mug of coffee steams by his elbow, half an avocado sits in a little bowl, and a second plate of eggs waits nearby, which may or may not be for a certain someone. Skye sits close beside his chair, nose pointed straight at the food, with the patient expression of a dog who knows breakfast is the most important meal of the day.

Plain, fully cooked eggs can be a nutritious treat for many dogs, offering protein in a form most dogs love. The key word is plain: skip the butter, salt, cheese, and seasonings, and avoid onions or chives, which are toxic to dogs. Raw eggs are generally not recommended because of the risk of bacteria. Avocado is another breakfast item to keep away from pets; its pit is a choking and blockage hazard, and the skin and pit contain a substance that can be harmful to some animals. As with any extra food, keep portions small and talk to your vet if your dog has a sensitive stomach.

Earl's smile suggests he is about to slide a bit of egg in Skye's direction. Her ears are already perked in anticipation, and she has not blinked in a while.

Morning sun, warm coffee, and a loyal friend at the table. Not a bad way to start the day.

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