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A Fawn Pug Went Quiet Beside a TV Remote With a Chewed Corner

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Big, round, slightly bulging eyes: the fawn Pug is frozen. His wrinkled forehead is crinkled in worry, his ears are folded back, and his black mask is tilted toward the camera as if it might explain everything. Beside him on the couch cushion lies a TV remote with one end chewed ragged, small bits of plastic scattered around it.

Behind him, a cozy living room is bathed in sunlight, with a pile of laundry, a paper towel roll, toys, and a knitted blanket on the sofa. We'll call him Pickles. He knows he did it, and he knows you know. The remote has seen better days.

Pugs are charming, affectionate, and a little clownish, and they love being close to their people. Chewing is common in puppies and young dogs, and remotes are tempting because they smell like their owners. A chewed remote is a safety concern, since batteries are dangerous if swallowed or punctured, and small plastic pieces can cause trouble. If you think your dog swallowed a battery or plastic, call your vet right away. Pugs have short noses, so they overheat easily and should avoid hard exercise in warm weather. Offer durable chew toys, keep electronics out of reach, and provide short play sessions throughout the day to keep your Pug busy.

Pickles stays perfectly still, round eyes wide, hoping that the remote will somehow fix itself.

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