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Smiling grandma in a navy quilted vest sips tea at a lace-covered table as a black Labrador sits close, eyeing the scones. 21 / 22

Dot Set Out the Lace Tablecloth and Scones. Her Guest Arrived Early.

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The lace tablecloth is out, the flowered teacups are filled, and a plate of scones with butter and jam is waiting. Dot sits at her little kitchen table in a navy quilted vest over a grey sweater, glasses pushed up on her head, holding her teacup and grinning off to the side. Her guest has arrived. Moose sits upright next to the table, his glossy black head just level with the scones, his nose pointed toward them with tremendous restraint and his brown eyes full of longing. A framed family photo hangs above, and potted plants and a bowl of apples crowd the windowsill.

Teatime treats look tempting to a dog, but many aren't a good idea to share. Scones and pastries are rich in butter and sugar, and some jams and baked goods contain raisins or currants, which can be very toxic to dogs. Sugar-free jams may contain xylitol, which is also dangerous. Tea itself has caffeine, so keep cups out of reach of a curious nose. If you'd like to include your dog, set aside a dog-safe biscuit on a saucer of their own. Rewarding a dog for sitting calmly beside the table, like Moose is doing, helps reinforce those lovely manners.

Moose is the very picture of a well-mannered tea guest. Dot will surely reward all that patience with a proper dog biscuit before the pot runs dry.

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