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Shade, Grass, and Apples Overhead: A Bernese and a Lamb Rest

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Under an apple tree heavy with fruit, a tricolor Bernese Mountain Dog lies on the grass with his chin on the ground. Next to his shoulder, a white lamb rests with her head down, eyes soft. Red apples hang above them, a green garden hose coils at the edge of the lawn and crates and a fence stand in the background. The Bernese's white blaze and brown eyebrows give him a calm, thoughtful expression. The shade is cool and the grass is soft, and they look like they have settled in for a while. Beyond the tree a stack of crates and an old fence mark the edge of the yard.

Bernese Mountain Dogs love a cool, shady spot, which suits their heavy coats. They are a sturdy, loyal breed that is usually gentle with family and enjoys being close to people. Because they are large, they can be prone to joint and hip problems, so keeping a healthy weight and getting moderate exercise is helpful, and your vet can give specific advice. A word about apple trees: the fruit is fine in small, cored pieces for many dogs, but the seeds and core aren't, and fallen apples can ferment, so it's best to pick up windfalls. Bring pets inside if the weather turns hot, and offer cool water often.

The leaves rustle, the shade shifts slowly across the grass, and the pair stay right where they are.

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