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Grandma Made One Big Bowl of Popcorn for Movie Night. She Wasn't Alone for Long.

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The bowl is heaped with fluffy popcorn, the couch is piled with cushions, and movie night is officially underway. Grandma Doris holds the bowl in both hands, smiling with a kind of patient amusement through her glasses. Pewter has leaned in from the side, nose hovering just above the popcorn, eyes half closed as if he is savoring the smell. A family photo hangs on the wall, folded blankets and books are stacked on the shelf, and a remote sits within easy reach for the opening credits.

Plain, air-popped popcorn in small amounts is generally considered fine for most dogs. The trouble is what usually comes with it. Butter, oil and heavy salt are not good for dogs, and some seasonings contain garlic or onion powder, which are unsafe. Unpopped kernels can be a choking hazard and can get stuck in teeth. If you want to share movie night, set aside a few unsalted, unbuttered pieces before seasoning the rest, or simply offer a dog-safe chew. Dogs with sensitive stomachs or special diets may do better skipping people food entirely, so talk to your vet if you are unsure.

Movie nights at home are one of life's easy comforts. A warm blanket, a favorite film and a dog leaning against your side make even a rerun feel special.

Pewter has no idea what the movie is about, and he does not care. In his opinion, the popcorn bowl is the star of the show.

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