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Penny Put Her Paws on the Table During Grandma's Afternoon Tea

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A lace tablecloth covers the small table, set with a china cup of tea and a plate of round cookies. Grandma sits in her green cardigan, beaming at Penny the Yorkshire Terrier, who has put her front paws up on the edge of the table in a polite plea. Penny wears a blue collar and her ears are perked toward the plate. A lamp glows in the corner, and shelves of keepsakes, a vase of dried stems, and a basket of yarn fill the warm background. Steam rises gently from the cup.

Tea time is a lovely tradition, but treats on the table need care when a dog is around. Many cookies contain ingredients that are not good for dogs, such as chocolate, raisins, or sweeteners like xylitol, and tea with caffeine is harmful to them as well. Keep cups and plates out of reach, and offer a dog-safe treat of her own. Small dogs like Yorkies can gain weight easily, so ask your vet how many treats are right for her. A small bowl of water is always welcome.

Penny's manners are impeccable, though her eyes betray her. Grandma laughs softly and holds the teacup. It is a charming afternoon ritual. A cookie or two may be set aside for later, and a safe treat for Penny, too.

Tea tastes better with company.

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