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Pumpkin Carving Night Has an Eager Assistant With a Very Fuzzy Chin

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Pumpkin carving night has an eager assistant. A fluffy white Bichon Frise puppy leans its fuzzy chin right on the edge of a wooden table that is covered in the aftermath of carving: dozens of pale pumpkin seeds, stringy orange pulp, chunks of pumpkin flesh, a big metal spoon, and a carving knife. A half-carved pumpkin sits to one side, its cut face catching the light. The pup sniffs at the seeds with deep concentration, eyes half-lowered. Behind it, a gray sweater is draped over a chair, a blue tote bag hangs nearby, and a cardboard box sits on the counter.

Plain, cooked pumpkin flesh is generally safe for dogs in small amounts, and many owners use it as a fiber-rich treat. Raw pumpkin pulp and seeds are a different matter. Raw seeds can be hard to digest, and large amounts of pulp may upset a small dog's stomach. If you want to share seeds, roast them plain without salt or seasoning and offer only a few. The bigger concern on a carving table is the tools. Sharp knives and carving kits should stay well out of reach, and it is best to keep curious pups off chairs and tables during carving.

This little helper may not be much good with a knife, but it clearly has a strong interest in quality control. A taste of plain cooked pumpkin later would make a fine reward for all that supervision.

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