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Grandpa Was Watering the Petunias. Something Else in the Flower Bed Was Blooming.

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The pink and purple petunias are getting their evening drink, and Gus is taking his time about it, tipping a galvanized watering can so the spray falls gently over the bed. His free hand rests lightly in the air near Honey's head, as if he was just giving her a pat. Honey sits right in the middle of the garden path, front paws on the stones and mouth open in a cheerful pant, looking straight ahead like she knows she is the prettiest thing in the yard. Pots of herbs and succulents line the back steps behind them.

If your dog loves to keep you company in the garden, it pays to know which plants are safe. Petunias are generally considered non-toxic to dogs, which makes them a friendly choice for pet households. Several popular garden plants are a different story, including lilies, foxglove, azaleas, oleander, and sago palm, so check before planting. Watering time is also a good moment to refresh your dog's water bowl, since dogs outdoors on a warm day need more to drink. Standing water in old pots or saucers can attract mosquitoes, so dumping those out regularly is a small habit that helps everyone.

Gus may be the one doing the watering, but Honey has clearly appointed herself head of garden inspection. With a helper that cheerful sitting among the flowers, the petunias almost have competition.

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