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The Poodle Hooked Her Paws Over the Garden Bed. Copper Was Right Behind Her.

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Two heads are popping up over the edge of the vegetable bed, and neither one looks guilty yet. An apricot Poodle has hooked her front paws over the wooden border and looks straight ahead with a soft, innocent expression. Beside her, Copper the chestnut horse peeks over the same edge, ears alert and eyes curious. Lettuce, herbs and flower pots fill the garden, and a watering can sits among the plants behind them.

Many gardens contain plants that are harmful to pets, so it is smart to check before letting a dog or a horse nibble. Common culprits include onions, garlic, certain lilies, foxglove and some mushrooms, and fertilizers and slug bait can be dangerous too. If you want to share a garden with animals, fence off the risky areas and grow pet-safe herbs. Apricot Poodles are clever, social dogs that love being part of the action, so they often follow family members into the yard. Poodles also benefit from regular grooming. If you think a pet has eaten something harmful, contact your vet or a pet poison hotline right away.

These two look as though they are only admiring the lettuce, and perhaps they are. Still, it might be a good idea to keep an eye on the salad. A friendly pair like this will always find the best view in the yard.

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