Gus the Schnauzer Tried Peanut Butter and It Stuck to His Beard
The open peanut butter jar is on the table, and the Miniature Schnauzer next to it has peanut butter dotted all over his bushy grey beard and nose. He is staring away with a very serious face, as if it will help. His whiskers are glued together in small clumps, his eyebrows are raised, and behind him a pair of mittens and a folded towel sit on the counter, quietly witnessing the crime.
Peanut butter is a famous favorite of dogs, and many owners use it to hide pills or fill chew toys. Plain peanut butter in small amounts is generally fine for most dogs, but it is very rich, and the ingredient list matters. Some brands contain xylitol, a sweetener that is highly toxic to dogs, so always check the label and call your vet right away if your dog eats something with xylitol. Schnauzers have wiry coats with long beards, which pick up food easily, so a damp cloth after meals helps keep the beard clean. They are smart, spirited little dogs that love to be involved in everything, especially when food is involved.
We will call him Gus. The jar is probably empty, and the beard will need a wash, but Gus will get over it much faster than the rest of us. He is already thinking about the next opportunity.
