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Grandma June Went Out to Water Her Flowers. Blue Wanted to Supervise Up Close.

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A gentle shower sprinkles from the spout of a galvanized watering can onto a bed of pink and purple blooms. June leans over the garden in her olive quilted vest and cream blouse, glasses on and silver hair tied up, smiling sweetly as she tends her flowers. Blue stands shoulder to shoulder with her, his speckled blue merle face just inches from the spray, mouth slightly open in a relaxed pant. His amber eye glints with interest as he watches the water trickle into the soil. Behind them, a white-sided house, potted plants on the steps, and a tangle of garden gloves complete the scene.

Gardening with a dog nearby is a joy, but it helps to know which plants are pet-safe. Some popular garden plants, such as foxglove, oleander, sago palm, azaleas, and lily of the valley, can be toxic to dogs if chewed. Fertilizers, compost piles, cocoa bean mulch, and slug or snail bait are other common hazards. Store garden chemicals securely and keep your dog away from freshly treated beds. For active, curious breeds like Australian Shepherds, offering a toy or a shady resting spot can help keep them from digging or nibbling. If you think your dog has eaten something harmful, contact your vet promptly.

June's flowers are clearly thriving, and so is her friendship with Blue. A sunny garden, a full watering can, and a good dog at your side make for a lovely afternoon.

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