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Santa Left Something Unusual in This Stocking, and It Had Floppy Ears

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Only a silver-grey head and two floppy ears stick out of the big knit stocking, with its white cuff and bright red body. The Weimaraner puppy gazes up with pale amber eyes, soft and curious, and a tiny bit surprised to be here. A table with a cup of pens, a plaid blanket and some greenery sits behind him, and the window lets in a soft glow. He looks like the very best thing anyone could find in their stocking.

Weimaraner puppies are sleek, clever and active, and they bond closely with their families. They have a lot of energy, and they need regular exercise and mental stimulation to stay happy. Puppies love to squeeze into small spaces, and a stocking can be a fun hideout. Check that the knit fabric has no loose threads, which can be swallowed or catch on claws. Do not leave a puppy in a stocking unattended, and make sure he can get out easily. Stockings filled with treats are a nice idea, but choose dog-safe snacks and avoid chocolate, raisins, sweets and anything with artificial sweeteners. Your vet can recommend good treats for a growing puppy. A short rest after the excitement is usually welcome, too.

Whatever Santa had planned, this puppy is certainly an unexpected arrival. The best surprises come with floppy ears.

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