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Grandpa Was Halfway Through a Knitting Project When He Looked Down at Rusty

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Reading glasses pushed up on his white hair, Grandpa Hank sits on a green sofa with a half-finished oatmeal-colored piece hanging from his needles. He is smiling, a little sheepishly, at the dog beside him, because Rusty has turned the knitting project into a full-body experience. The Beagle lies sprawled on the floor, front legs wrapped in loops of pale yarn, strands draped over his back and collar like a hammock that went wrong. A wicker basket overflowing with wool balls in cream and rusty orange sits at Hank's knee, along with a blue mug of coffee and a folded newspaper on the cushion behind him.

Yarn, string, and thread look like perfect toys to curious pets, but they can be risky if swallowed. Long strands can bunch up inside the digestive tract and cause a serious blockage, which is why vets often warn crafters to store supplies out of reach. Knitting needles and pins are another hazard for a dog nosing around. A lidded basket or a high shelf keeps the wool safe when you step away, and offering your dog a chew toy or a puzzle feeder during craft time gives that busy Beagle brain something better to do. If you ever suspect your dog has eaten yarn or string, call your vet promptly rather than waiting.

Luckily, Rusty seems more interested in being cozy than in snacking on the wool. Hank might have to untangle a few rows later, but he will probably admit that this is the most charming tangle he has ever made.

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