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A tricolor Cavalier King Charles Spaniel stands wide-eyed in a puddle of spilled milk next to a tipped-over glass. 12 / 37

One Splash and the Cavalier Spaniel Turned Into a Statue

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Four white paws stand right in a spreading puddle of milk, with a clear glass lying on its side next to them. The tricolor Cavalier has frozen completely, ears still swinging a little from the sudden stop, dark eyes round and bright. Her feathery coat is splashed with white, and a blue dog bowl rests across the room as if offering a better place to drink.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are gentle, affectionate dogs who love company and rarely stay serious for long. Many adult dogs have trouble digesting milk, because they do not process lactose well, so a lap or two may cause an upset stomach in some of them. Fresh water is the best drink for a dog. When a glass tips, it is a good idea to wipe up the floor quickly, since slippery tiles and wood can send a happy dog skidding. If your dog seems unwell after a dairy snack, talk to your vet.

We will call her Penny. She has not yet decided whether to run, stay, or pretend the whole thing is a harmless accident, and she has chosen to do all three at once by not moving a muscle. Her feathery tail is the only part that keeps wagging. The towel on the chair behind her looks ready to help, and so does everyone who loves that fluffy face.

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