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A Scruffy Rescue Dog Climbed Up for the Bread and Looked Away

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A scruffy gray dog with whiskery eyebrows and a shaggy beard is lying on the kitchen counter, with her chin on her paws and her eyes turned firmly toward the side. In front of her, a round loaf of bread with a big bite torn out of it sits among a scatter of crumbs. A sink, a basket of fruit, and a dishcloth line the counter behind her, as though the scene were arranged for a painting.

Rescue dogs come in endless varieties and often have a wonderful mix of traits, which makes each one unique. Many learned early in life to find food whenever it appeared, which is why they can be especially skilled at counter surfing. Plain bread is not usually harmful in small amounts, but raw dough can swell in a dog's stomach, and some loaves contain unsafe ingredients, so call your vet if you are worried. Patient training, plus keeping food well back from the edge, usually helps.

She seems to be thinking about something very far away, perhaps a field full of rabbits, rather than the bread beside her. It is a classic strategy, and she carries it off with grace. The loaf is mostly gone, but the dog remains calm and comfortable, a little pleased with the adventure. Few things look as relaxed as a dog who has already eaten.

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