A Lab Puppy and a Little Pony Went Inspecting the Veggie Beds
Nose down in the dirt, a yellow Labrador puppy in a blue collar and a small, dark, shaggy pony are inspecting the vegetable garden together. The puppy's tongue hangs out in a big grin, while Pebble the pony stretches her neck to check on the carrot tops. A blue watering can, a basket with a cucumber, a pair of garden gloves and neat wooden beds fill the background.
Labrador puppies are famously curious and love to put things in their mouths, which makes a garden both a playground and a hazard. Fertilizers, slug bait, compost and some plants, such as onions and garlic, can make dogs sick. Ponies and horses need careful feeding too, and they should not be given garden vegetables or clippings without advice, since some plants are harmful and sudden diet changes can cause trouble. Before letting any animal explore, check what has been sprayed or planted, and ask your vet for a list of plants to avoid in your area.
The pair's teamwork is delightful. The puppy supplies the enthusiasm and the pony supplies the calm, and together they make a very thorough inspection committee. Neither of them seems to be in any hurry, and the carrots are staying firmly in the ground for now. It is the sort of garden visit that could take all afternoon, simply because there is so much to sniff.
