The Bernese Mountain Dog Discovered the Cat's Secret Treat Stash

A large tricolor Bernese Mountain Dog lies on the floor with its head turned to the side, looking at nothing in particular. Beside the front paw sits a ripped silver bag, and little brown treats are scattered across the boards like gravel. A toy, a slipper, and a basket of blankets sit in the room behind, and the dog's thick black coat has a few crumbs trapped in it.

Berners are big, gentle, loyal family dogs, known for their sweet nature and their love of being near people. They are also eager eaters, and a bag of cat treats is hard to ignore, since cat food is usually very rich and smells strongly of fish or chicken. A few treats won't usually hurt a dog, but a whole bag can upset the stomach, so it is best to keep cat food well out of reach, ideally in a high cupboard or a closet the dog can't open. If your dog gets into a lot of it, call your vet, especially if there is vomiting or a tummy ache.

The cat, somewhere nearby, is almost certainly watching in disbelief from the top of the bookshelf. The Bernese, huge and looking away, is hoping that if he stays very still, the treats will tidy themselves back into the bag. It is a very large dog trying to look very small, and that alone makes the whole scene worth a smile.