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A Black Lab Had the Best Seat for the Neighborhood Costume Parade

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The costumes are walking right past the window, and a black Labrador Retriever is following every step. He sits close to the glass, his head turned, his dark eyes locked on the street, where a little ghost, a witch, and a small dinosaur wander by with their treat bags. Autumn trees and rows of neat houses line the sunny street, and a gray blanket and a few toys sit on the sill beside him.

Halloween can be a loud and exciting night for a dog. The doorbell rings over and over, strangers in costumes show up, and some dogs find that stressful. A comfortable spot away from the door, with a favorite toy and a chew, can help. Some dogs like to watch from a window, as long as they stay calm. If your dog barks or gets worked up, a quiet room might be a kinder choice.

Labs are friendly, outgoing dogs who usually love people, and this one seems more curious than worried. Still, it's wise to leash him when the front door is open, and to make sure he wears an ID tag, since excited dogs can bolt. For now, he's the perfect neighborhood lookout, quietly watching the tiny parade from his window seat as the afternoon light turns gold on the sidewalk. His tail thumps softly on the cushion every time a new costume passes. It's the best show on the street, and he has a front-row seat.

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