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A white-haired woman in glasses waters pink petunias from a metal can while a black and white dog with a red collar watches. 4 / 33

Grandma Nell Was Watering Her Petunias. Pepper Took His Job Very Seriously.

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A silver watering can tips forward and a fine shower of water splashes over a raised bed of pink petunias, purple blooms, and bright orange marigolds. Grandma Nell bends over the flowers in a navy quilted vest and gray sweater, glasses perched on her nose, completely focused on giving every plant its share. Pepper sits right beside the bed in his red collar, nose pointed at the falling water, watching the stream with polite fascination. Behind them the front door stands open, revealing a patterned rug, a pair of slippers, and a basket with a cozy throw.

Gardens and dogs can coexist happily with a bit of planning. Some common garden plants can be harmful if a dog chews on them, so it is worth checking which flowers you grow before letting a curious dog explore. Fertilizers, slug bait, and weed killers can be especially dangerous and should be stored securely and used according to directions. Raised beds, like the one Nell is tending, can help keep dogs from trampling or digging up plants. And on hot days, a dog who follows you around the yard will appreciate a bowl of fresh water in the shade too.

Pepper is clearly a born garden supervisor. He does not dig, he does not trample, he simply watches each flower get its drink with great interest.

With company this loyal, even the smallest chores feel like a pleasant little outing.

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