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Tinsel Stared Up at the Tree Lights With the Biggest Eyes

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Ears alert and chin lifted, the little Yorkie gazes upward at something above the frame. Warm string lights glow in the branches of the tree beside the window, and a woven rug and a basket of blankets fill the soft-lit living room. His silky grey and tan coat shimmers, and his dark eyes are wide with the kind of wonder that makes a tree seem as tall as a skyscraper.

Yorkshire Terriers are small but spirited, with a bold, curious nature. Their fine coat needs regular brushing, and many owners keep it trimmed short for comfort. Because Yorkies are tiny, a household full of decorations is a big adventure at their level. Make sure cords for the lights are tucked away or covered, since puppies and small dogs love to chew, and a chewed light cord can cause electric shock.

A tree can also be a gentle lesson in impulse control. Practice sitting a few feet from it, rewarding him for looking at you instead of the tree. Keep fragile ornaments high up and consider a barrier around the base. A calm dog who learns that the tree is not a toy will be able to enjoy it safely every December.

We'll call him Tinsel. He's watching the lights blink as if they're sending him a message that only he can read.

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