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A German Shepherd Walks Through the Kitchen With Frosting on Her Paws

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The cake never made it past the counter edge, and the proof is on her paws. A sable German Shepherd stands in the middle of a tile kitchen floor with white frosting caked on her front toes and a few smears trailing behind her. Her ears are pricked, her brown eyes are lifted toward the person who just walked in, and her head is tilted in that serious, thoughtful way Shepherds have. A bowl of onions, a blue dish towel, and a dish of water sit nearby.

German Shepherds are intelligent, loyal, and eager to work, and they are known for their strong bond with their families. They are also very tuned in to what their people are doing, which means a cake on the counter does not go unnoticed. Frosting is high in sugar and fat, and some types contain chocolate or the sweetener xylitol, which is very dangerous for dogs. If your dog gets into a cake, check the ingredients and call your vet or a pet poison hotline, especially if chocolate or xylitol was involved. Keep desserts well back from the edge of the counter, and teach a solid leave it command. A Shepherd's mind loves training games, which also help burn off extra energy. Clean her paws with a damp cloth so she does not lick frosting off the floor or herself.

Her serious look makes the frosting feel even sillier. She seems to be wondering how it all got on her feet.

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