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A chocolate-brown Chihuahua with ears back sits beside a tipped paper bag spilling dark potting soil on a patio. 6 / 37

A Chocolate Chihuahua Explored the Garden Supplies and Spilled Everything

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The chocolate Chihuahua sits on a gray patio with her ears folded back and her large dark eyes looking sheepishly up. Beside her, a brown paper bag of potting soil has tipped over, and a black fan of soil spreads across the concrete. Flower pots, a trowel, and a pair of garden sandals sit in the background, and a sunny window catches the edge of the scene. She is clean, apart from a speck of soil on her front paw.

Potting soil is a bad snack for dogs, even though it can smell interesting. Many mixes contain fertilizers, perlite, or other additives, and some include ingredients that are harmful when eaten, so it is wise to keep bags sealed and up high. If a dog swallows a lot of soil, or chews garden products, call your vet. Chihuahuas are small, so even a small amount can matter more than it would in a larger dog. Brushing paws after garden time is a good habit.

The tiny dog does not appear to be upset, only a little embarrassed, which is exactly right for a dog who is just beginning to understand how much trouble a small bag can cause. Her ears will perk up again when somebody offers a treat. The patio can be swept, and the plants can still be potted, with a small supervisor close at hand.

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