A Boston Terrier Froze Mid-Slurp When the Plate Hit the Floor

The plate hit the floor, and the Boston Terrier did not hesitate. A black and white dog named Domino stands frozen over a spill of spaghetti with long strands dangling from his mouth, his big round eyes opened as wide as they will go. Red sauce splashed across the plate behind him, and noodles lie scattered across the wooden floor, along with a sock and a pair of sunglasses.

Boston Terriers are friendly, lively little dogs known for their expressive faces and big, bright eyes. They are quick, curious and love to be part of the action, which makes a plate of food on the floor nearly impossible to ignore. Their flat faces mean they can have trouble with heat and heavy breathing, so gentle play and fresh water matter, especially in warm weather.

Plain cooked pasta is generally not harmful in small amounts, but the sauce is a different matter. Tomato sauce often contains onion and garlic, which are unsafe for dogs. If your dog eats pasta with sauce, a call to your vet is a good idea. Keeping plates away from the table edge and teaching a solid 'leave it' will save you trouble.

Domino, meanwhile, has been caught mid-slurp and has decided the best plan is to stay perfectly still. It is hard to be dignified with noodles dangling from your chin, but he really tries.