A Pug in a Blanket Kept Both Eyes on the Pumpkin Pie
Only a small black face peeks out from a cozy orange blanket, and the eyes are fixed on a pumpkin pie sitting just a few inches away. The pie has a golden crust, a dollop of cream and a sprig of dry leaves beside it, and a small pumpkin and a fork complete the table. The kitchen behind is bright, with white cabinets and a window letting in daylight. The puppy looks completely innocent, and also completely interested.
A slice of pie is a real treat for people, but pets should not share. Pumpkin itself is usually fine for dogs in plain, small amounts, but a pie contains sugar, spices and often other ingredients that can upset a dog's stomach. Nutmeg in particular can be harmful, and some sweeteners are dangerous for pets. Keep pies cooling out of reach, and if your dog gets into one, call your vet. Pugs are known for loving food and can gain weight easily, so treats are best kept small.
Pugs have a way of looking at food that says everything. The blanket makes this one look like a tiny pumpkin burrito, and the pie sits close enough to tempt any pup. For now, the puppy waits and watches, with a look that says that good things come to those who stare, and she is very good at staring.
