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This Rottweiler Puppy Found the One Decoration Meant for Tree Branches

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Nobody told this Rottweiler puppy that candy canes are for hanging on trees. He sits on a woven rug with the striped treat clamped sideways in his mouth, his big dark eyes looking right at you. His coat is glossy black with rich tan markings above the eyes and on the cheeks, and his oversized paws look like they belong to a much bigger dog.

Behind him the living room is a happy mess. A teddy bear slumps against a stack of colorful rings, socks lie scattered on the hardwood, and a little tree glows in the corner beside a mantel wrapped in garland. We'll call him Moose, because the paws promise a big future.

Puppies explore the world with their mouths, and holiday decorations make tempting targets. Candy canes are a good example of why it pays to look around a room at puppy height. Sugar is not good for dogs, and sugar-free sweeteners in some candies can be dangerous, so a swiped treat is worth taking away and swapping for a safe chew. Sharp bits of broken candy and plastic wrappers can also cause trouble. Rottweilers are a strong, intelligent breed that benefits from early training and plenty of gentle socialization, and chewing is simply part of growing up. Keep a few puppy-safe toys within reach, and trade up whenever he grabs something he shouldn't. Talk to your vet if you ever suspect he has swallowed something.

Moose seems unbothered by all of that. He has a prize, a cozy rug, and a very important look on his face.

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