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A grandpa in overalls waters purple pansies with a metal watering can while a Bernese Mountain Dog sits beside the bed. 19 / 27

Grandpa Was Watering the Pansies. Moose Took His Supervisor Job Very Seriously.

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A silver stream of water arcs from the old metal watering can onto a bed of purple and yellow pansies. Walt bends over the flowers with a gentle smile, careful not to drown the little blooms, and Moose sits squarely at the edge of the garden bed, head turned up toward his grandpa as if checking the work. Garden gloves lie tossed on the mulch, a cluster of potted plants lines the house, and a basket of laundry and a pair of boots sit by the back door.

Many dogs love to keep their people company during yard work, and simple garden chores can become a gentle daily routine for both. A few precautions help keep the outing safe. Some common garden plants, such as lilies, sago palms, azaleas, and foxglove, can be toxic to dogs, so it is worth checking any new plants before putting them in the ground. Fertilizers, weed killers, and pest products should be used according to their labels and stored securely. Pansies are a popular choice for pet-friendly beds, though it is still best to discourage any dog from munching on flowers. Your vet can help with a list of plants to avoid.

Moose is not much help with the watering, but he is excellent at moral support. And by the look on Walt's face, a quiet garden chore is much more pleasant with a big, fluffy foreman sitting nearby.

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