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The Maltese Puppy Guarded the Candy Bowl at the Front Door

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Next to a glass bowl of shiny wrapped candy sits a fluffy white Maltese puppy, her head turned toward the camera and her black nose and eyes standing out against her pale coat. The front door is open, and a coat rack, a green jacket and a few scarves hang nearby. Pumpkins sit in the corner by the doorway, and the wood floor is warm in the afternoon light. She looks like a tiny guard of the sweets.

A candy bowl at a front door is a Halloween tradition, but it can be a hazard for dogs. Chocolate is toxic to dogs, and wrappers can block the intestines, while sugar-free candies sometimes contain xylitol, a sweetener that is very dangerous for pets. Keep the bowl out of reach and teach children to keep their treats away from the dog. If your puppy eats candy, call your vet or a pet poison hotline for advice. Maltese dogs are small, gentle and friendly, with long white coats that need regular brushing.

This tiny guard looks calm and well-behaved. Maybe she has no interest in the candy at all, or maybe she is just waiting for someone to look away. Either way, she makes a lovely doorman for the Halloween parade. The bowl sparkles beside her, and her bright eyes shine even more. A sweet puppy and a pile of treats is a classic pairing.

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