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Smiling older Black woman at a lace-covered table with tea and cookies as a white Bichon Frise rests its paws on the table. 7 / 37

The Good Lace Tablecloth Came Out for Tea, and Cotton Arrived Right on Time

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The good lace tablecloth is out, the lamp is glowing, and tea is served. Grandma Loretta sits at the table in her soft beige cardigan, glasses on and a warm smile on her face, with a cup of milky tea on its saucer, a small plate of butter cookies and a little dish of sugar cubes in front of her. Her guest has arrived right on time. Cotton has propped his front paws neatly on the edge of the lace and is gazing up at her with his dark eyes and fluffy round face, the very model of good manners. A sofa with patterned pillows and a shelf of houseplants fill the cozy room behind them.

Tea time is a sweet ritual to share, but the treats on the table aren't meant for dogs. Tea contains caffeine, which is harmful to pets, and sugar cubes and cookies are best kept for the humans. Some baked goods also contain ingredients like chocolate, raisins, macadamia nuts or the sweetener xylitol, all of which are dangerous for dogs. Bichon Frises can be prone to weight gain and dental issues, so small, dog-safe treats in moderation are a better way to include them. Many owners keep a little jar of dog biscuits nearby for exactly these moments, so their companion can join the party safely.

Cotton seems more interested in Loretta's company than her cookies anyway. With a lamp glowing, tea steaming and a fluffy friend across the table, it's a perfect little tea party for two.

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