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The Pie Was Cooling on the Table and a Spaniel's Nose Was Too Close

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A dab of whipped cream sits on the nose of a black, white, and tan Cocker Spaniel who turns his head slightly away from the pie on the table. His long ears hang like velvet curtains, his eyes are soft and dark, and a fork, keys, and a mug rest nearby. The crust has a corner missing, and a few crumbs lie on the table edge. He has the polite posture of a dog who would never take a bite, except that the cream says otherwise.

Cocker Spaniels are friendly, gentle, and eager-to-please dogs, originally bred for hunting birds. They have a strong nose and a soft mouth, and a pie on a table is no match for that sniffer. Sweet foods are not good for dogs. Sugar, fat, and ingredients like chocolate, raisins, nuts, or sweetener can be harmful, so call your vet if he ate some. Cocker Spaniels also have long ears that need regular cleaning to prevent infections, and a brush keeps their silky coats tidy. Keeping desserts on high counters or in the fridge protects both the pie and the dog.

He pretends to be interested in something far away, but the cream gives him away. The pie will need a trim, and his nose will need a wipe. Everyone will forgive him, since that sweet face is nearly impossible to scold.

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