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Frank and Dottie Walked Arm in Arm to the Pumpkin Patch. Someone Led the Way.

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The pumpkin vines have sprawled everywhere, and bright orange pumpkins peek out from under the leaves. Frank and Dottie stroll arm in arm down the row in their cozy cream cable-knit sweaters, Dottie in jeans and Frank in dark trousers, both smiling as they pick their way along the path. Leading the parade is Biscuit, trotting out in front with his mouth open in a happy grin and his ears swiveled back toward his people. A blue watering can, a pair of gloves, clay pots, and a weathered wooden fence surround this homegrown patch.

Fall walks through the garden are a joy with a dog, but pumpkin patches have a few things to watch for. Raw pumpkin and its stems can upset a dog's stomach, and rotting or moldy pumpkins can be especially problematic, so discourage snacking on the vine. Plain cooked pumpkin, on the other hand, is a common dog treat in small amounts. Tangled vines and uneven ground can trip short-legged dogs like Corgis, so keep a steady pace and watch their footing. And always check paws for burrs or thorns afterward, especially in a well-loved backyard garden.

Biscuit seems to think the whole patch is his personal kingdom. Frank and Dottie are happy to follow his lead, one pumpkin at a time. A few photos among the pumpkins will make a lovely keepsake of the season.

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