The Spaghetti Hit the Floor and the Beagle Was There in a Flash
A plate of spaghetti lies tipped on the floor with red sauce smeared across the boards, and a red and white Beagle stands right beside it with noodles dangling from his jaw. His long ears hang down and his gaze is soft, as if he is thinking about explaining. A rug and a plant sit calmly in the background. Dinner has been served, just not to the person who cooked it.
Beagles are cheerful, sociable hounds with powerful noses, and many are famous for hunting down any food within a mile. They can be very persistent about it, which is why Beagle owners often have a secured pantry and a tightly sealed trash can. Pasta itself is not toxic to dogs in small amounts, but sauces often include onions, garlic and a lot of salt, which are not good for them. A dog who has eaten a lot of a tomato-based sauce may get an upset stomach, so call your vet if you are worried.
Weighing portions and using a slow-feeding bowl can help a Beagle who gulps. Because the breed tends to gain weight easily, keeping treats small and exercising daily is a good habit.
The look on his face suggests that this was a dinner no one could resist. The sauce on his muzzle is going to be tough to explain, but he gave it his best shot.






