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Confetti made of newsprint covers the rug, and in the middle sits a red and white Saint Bernard with his mouth in a tiny, hopeful smile. A few bits of paper cling to his chin. Behind him, a coffee mug on a table, a basket of folded blankets and a sofa suggest a peaceful morning that did not stay that way for long. He looks directly at the viewer as though he has just finished an important project.

Shredding paper is a favorite dog activity, and it makes sense. Tearing something apart satisfies the instinct to rip and shake, and paper makes a wonderfully satisfying sound. Newspaper ink today is usually considered low in toxicity, but swallowing a lot of paper is not good for any dog, so it is worth checking that he has not eaten much and calling your vet with questions. Giant breeds like Saint Bernards are often gentle and patient, but young ones especially need chew toys and structured activity to stay out of trouble.

A big cardboard box or a stuffable puzzle toy can give a dog a legal shredding project. Many owners keep a designated paper-free zone and reward calm behavior with praise and treats.

He might call this one an art installation. The only thing missing is a ribbon-cutting, and perhaps someone to hold the vacuum.

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