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Grandpa Hank Was Just Watering the Petunias. Pretzel Made It an Inspection.

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Crouched low in the garden bed, Grandpa Hank tilts a dented galvanized watering can over a row of pink and purple petunias. His denim shirt sleeves are rolled up, his brown suspenders are doing their job, and his expression is pure concentration. Right beside the spout, Pretzel has pushed her long dappled nose straight toward the falling water, ears flopped forward, as if she needs to personally inspect every drop. The porch steps behind them are lined with potted plants, and a weathered wooden fence keeps the little garden cozy and green.

Dogs explore the world nose first, and a freshly watered garden is full of new smells. That curiosity is sweet, but it's worth knowing what's growing nearby. Petunias are generally considered non-toxic to dogs, but several common garden plants, such as lilies of the valley, foxglove, sago palm, and azaleas, can be dangerous if chewed. Fertilizers, slug bait, and some mulches can also cause trouble for a dog who likes to sample things. Keep products stored away, read labels carefully, and if your dog eats something questionable, call your vet right away.

The petunias will bloom, the watering can will get refilled, and Pretzel will be there every single time, making sure the job is done properly. Every gardener deserves a foreman this dedicated, and Hank seems to know just how lucky he is.

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