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A Shiba Inu Has Spaghetti Hanging From His Mouth

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Strands of spaghetti hang from the Shiba Inu's mouth in a messy curtain, and his eyes are wide, as if he cannot quite believe he has been caught. His red coat glows in the sunlight, his ears point straight up, and a plate with tomato sauce lies on the tile floor in front of him.

The hallway behind him is calm, with a plant in a pot, a basket of laundry, a pair of shoes, and a warm light on the wall. A few red sauce drops mark the floor like a trail of tiny footprints.

Shiba Inus are small, spirited dogs from Japan with fox-like faces and independent personalities. They are clever, clean, and proud, and some can be stubborn. They also love food, which is a problem when a plate is within reach. Pasta is not poisonous to dogs, but sauce often has onions and garlic, which are harmful, and salty or rich food can upset a dog's stomach. If your dog gets into dinner, call your vet if you are worried. Keep plates on a table out of reach, and feed your dog on a regular schedule so that he is less tempted.

He stands there with spaghetti swinging from his mouth like a very serious mustache. This may be the most elegant meal he has ever stolen.

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