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Grandpa Brought Out the Good China for Tea. Peanut Brought Her Best Manners.

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The good china has come out. A cream teapot, a sugar bowl, and a plate of golden shortbread cookies sit on a lace tablecloth, and Earl gazes down with a fond smile at the guest of honor. Peanut has propped her front paws on the table edge and leans in, her small face turned up toward him, ears tall and attentive. Warm lamplight fills the room, framed photos line the wall, potted plants crowd the shelves, and a set of keys rests casually beside the teacup.

Afternoon tea is a lovely ritual, and many little dogs quickly figure out that it comes with cookies. A few cautions are worth remembering. Tea and other caffeinated drinks should be kept away from dogs, as caffeine can be harmful to them. Buttery cookies are not ideal either, since rich, sugary foods can upset a small dog's stomach and add extra calories that a toy breed does not need. Some recipes also contain chocolate, raisins, nuts, or xylitol, which are dangerous. Having a small jar of dog-safe treats at the table lets your pet feel included without the risk. If in doubt, ask your vet what is safe to share.

Peanut may not get a cookie today, but she's clearly enjoying her seat at the party. And Earl looks perfectly content to share his tea time with the smallest and most polite guest in the house.

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