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An Aussie Puppy Investigated Every Pumpkin Seed on the Table

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Pumpkin seeds cover the table, and a black, white and tan Australian Shepherd puppy has his nose right down among them. His ears are soft and folded, his white blaze runs down his face and his eyes are focused on the mess. A carved pumpkin glows on the counter behind him, a bowl and a towel sit nearby, and a window shows a cloudy afternoon. It is a happy, messy kitchen scene, and he is its curious guest.

Australian Shepherds are smart, energetic herding dogs that love to learn, and they need lots of activity to stay happy. A pumpkin carving table is a feast for a nose, but it needs care. Plain pumpkin is usually fine in small amounts, but too many seeds, seasoned or salted ones, and pumpkin that has been sitting out can upset a dog's stomach. Carving tools should be put away, and a bored puppy can be offered a puzzle toy instead. Your vet can advise on healthy snacks.

The puppy seems more interested in the smells than in eating, and that is a good thing. He is exploring with his nose, and the whole table is a new world. Soon he will have a long nap, and the kitchen will be quiet again. A nose like that is a fine tool for a herding dog, and the kitchen is a great place to practice using it.

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