A Puppy Sat Shoulder to Shoulder With the Snowman in the Front Yard
Two snowy friends are sitting side by side in the front yard. A black and white fluffy puppy sits in deep snow, ears flopped and head turned toward his neighbor, a snowman in a gray knit hat with a carrot nose, dot eyes, and three black buttons down the front. Behind them, a house with a wreath and red bow on the dark door, a wooden porch rail, evergreen shrubs, and leafless trees lie under soft winter light. Let's call the puppy Domino. The snowman, as far as we can tell, is called Frost.
Havanese puppies have long, silky coats that look fluffy and delicate, but the coat is meant for comfort in the elements as a small companion breed. They are cheerful, social dogs and tend to love being close to people and other pets. In snow, small dogs lose heat quickly, so keep outings short and watch for shivering. Long coats can collect snowballs between the toes and along the belly, so a quick towel-off or gentle brush indoors prevents mats.
Snowmen and puppies can be good company, with a couple of safety notes. Don't let your puppy eat the snowman, since decorations may include things that aren't safe to swallow, like buttons, coal, or yard items, and the snow itself may have salt or chemicals on it. Rinse and dry his paws after he comes inside, and check for ice between his toes. Make sure he has a warm, dry spot to curl up in after his snow time.
Domino and Frost sit together as the afternoon light fades. It is a calm, friendly winter picture.
