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A Shiba Inu Puppy Sat Quietly While the Family Gave Thanks

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Three people sit with heads bowed around a full table, hands joined for a quiet moment of thanks, and a black and tan Shiba Inu puppy sits close beside them, watching. His small upright ears turn toward the table, and his eyes follow the golden turkey, bowls of sides, and rolls in the basket. The man wears a blue plaid shirt, the woman has her hair in a bun, and the girl has a gray sweater. The kitchen beyond glows in the late afternoon light, with a window and neat white cabinets.

Shiba Inus are a small Japanese breed known for a spirited, independent personality and a fox-like face. They are intelligent but can be strong-willed, and early training and socialization are especially helpful. Puppies often like to be near the family, even when they are not allowed to join the meal. Holiday dinners can be tempting for a dog, so it helps to give the puppy a special chew or a mat to rest on during the meal, and to keep rich table foods, bones, and sweets out of reach. If you are unsure what is safe, your vet can help.

For the moment, he is behaving like a small, quiet guest of honor. In a house full of thanks, a calm puppy at the table is something to be grateful for.

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