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Grandpa Poured His Afternoon Tea. Pearl Had Her Eye on the Shortbread.

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Afternoon tea is set out on a lacy white tablecloth: a cup of amber tea on its saucer, a silver spoon, a plate of golden shortbread cookies, and a pair of reading glasses resting nearby. Grandpa Gus, in a blue plaid shirt today, turns toward his guest with a broad, delighted smile. Pearl has propped herself up beside the table, her fluffy white head stretched forward and her nose pointed hopefully in the direction of the cookies. Behind them, the cozy room is full of shelves, teacups, books, a potted plant, and a green throw on the couch.

It's hard to resist a hopeful little face at snack time, but many human treats aren't good for dogs. Cookies are often high in sugar and butter, and some contain chocolate, raisins, macadamia nuts, or the sweetener xylitol, all of which can be dangerous to dogs. Small breeds like Maltese can be especially sensitive to rich foods and may gain weight easily. Keep a few dog-safe treats handy so you can share the moment without the risk. Caffeine is also unsafe for dogs, so keep tea and coffee cups out of reach of curious noses.

Pearl knows exactly how to work the room, and Gus's smile suggests she's very good at it. With any luck, he has a little biscuit made just for her tucked somewhere nearby.

Teatime is better with a guest, and this guest has the most persuasive eyes in the house.

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