A Bernese Mountain Dog Has Peanut Butter on His Nose and No Comment
There is peanut butter on the nose, peanut butter on the lip, and a nearly empty jar sitting open on the floor. The tricolor Bernese Mountain Dog sits beside it with eyes turned politely away, as if admiring a distant painting. The black fur is thick and glossy, the rust-colored eyebrows are lifted, and a spill of crumbs and a lid lie on the boards. Sunlight slides across a rug and a pair of shoes in the background.
Peanut butter is a favorite treat for many dogs, and it's often used to hide pills or fill chew toys. But not all peanut butters are safe: some contain xylitol, a sweetener that is toxic to dogs, so always check the label before you share, and ask your vet about the right amount, as it is rich and high in fat. Bernese Mountain Dogs are gentle, affectionate family dogs that love to be near their people, and their big appetites match their big size. A frozen, dog-safe stuffed toy can make peanut butter last longer and keep a big dog busy and happy.
The jar will go in the trash and the dog will go on with his day, nose still shining. But as the Bernese sits there with his gleaming muzzle and his careful stare into space, no one could say he looks anything other than truly content.
