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The Cat's Treats Are Everywhere, and the Poodle Is Looking at the Ceiling

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Sunlight spills across the floor and lights up a trail of small brown treats that run from a ripped foil bag toward a clutter of laundry and slippers in the background. Sitting next to the bag is a black Poodle with a curly coat, looking away to one side with his nose raised, as though inspecting something very important in the distance. His posture is perfect, his ears hang smoothly, and he is trying hard to look like a dog who only happened to be nearby.

Poodles are one of the most intelligent breeds, and they are quick learners who love having a job to do. They are athletic, graceful, and sensitive, and they usually bond very closely with their families. That intelligence can mean a Poodle will figure out where the cat's snacks are hidden. Cat treats and cat food are made for cats, with a higher fat and protein content, and eating a lot of it can upset a dog's stomach. Store pet snacks in sealed containers on a high shelf, and keep dog and cat supplies in separate places. Teach a firm leave it cue with a tasty dog treat as a reward, and give your Poodle puzzle toys to keep that bright mind busy. If he eats a large amount and seems unwell, call your vet.

He is doing his best to look innocent, and the effort is quite elegant. The cat, of course, is going to have opinions about all of this.

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