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A Jack Russell Puppy Ended Up Wrapped in the Whole String of Lights

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A wiry tricolor Jack Russell puppy sits on a soft blanket with a string of warm white lights looped around his chest and legs. The little bulbs glow against his white fur, and his eyes are wide and curious, as if he is still working out how it happened. A sunny window, a couch with a throw, and a few toys on the table fill the room behind him. The scene is cozy and a bit chaotic in the best possible way. One bulb has slipped near his ear, and the soft glow warms the edges of his black-and-tan face.

Jack Russell Terriers are small, energetic, and clever, and they were bred to work. A puppy like this one will need plenty of exercise and mental games, or he will create his own entertainment. They can be stubborn, so short, upbeat training sessions with treats work best.

Holiday lights are a real hazard for puppies. They may chew on cords, which can cause shocks or burns, and they can easily get tangled. Unplug the lights when you are not watching, keep cords out of reach, and consider battery-powered strings placed high. If he gets tangled, stay calm, unplug the lights, and unwind them gently.

For the moment he is sitting patiently, and the tiny glowing bulbs make him look like a very small, very wiggly Christmas tree. Nobody could be cross with a puppy who looks this delighted, and the whole room seems to glow with him.

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