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Grandma Unwrapped Her Sandwich on the Bench. A Silver Nose Was Already There.

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Late afternoon light filters through the leaves, and Grandma Doris has stopped on a wooden bench for a simple lunch. She holds a thick sandwich stuffed with greens in one hand, smiling at the silver face that has appeared right beside it. Pewter sits on the bench like a proper lunch guest, nose stretched forward, nostrils working overtime, but not quite daring to take a bite. A green shirt peeks from under Doris's oatmeal cardigan, and potted plants and a weathered fence soften the leafy background.

Begging at mealtime is one of the most common habits dog owners deal with, and it is usually learned. If a dog gets food from the table even occasionally, it quickly figures out that staring pays off. Teaching a settle or place command, and rewarding the dog for lying calmly while people eat, can help a lot. When sharing is fine, it is best to stick to safe options. Many sandwich fillings, such as onions, garlic, heavily seasoned meats and some sauces, are not good for dogs. A plain bite of cooked chicken or a carrot stick is often a safer treat.

Eating outdoors with a dog is one of life's small pleasures. Fresh air, birdsong and a loyal friend make even a simple sandwich feel like a picnic.

Pewter is clearly doing his very best to be polite. Whether Doris rewards that effort with a crust is anyone's guess.

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