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A Saint Bernard Stepped Into the Kitchen and Out Came a Snowman

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A cloud of flour seems to have settled over the entire kitchen, and the Saint Bernard sitting in the middle of it looks like he has just walked out of a snowstorm. White powder coats his dark muzzle, his whiskers, and the fur on his chest. His big, soft eyes look upward with the sorry expression only a Saint Bernard can manage. Behind him, a bag of flour sits open on the counter, bowls and towels are scattered across it, and a haze of white dust drifts through the sunlight from the window.

Saint Bernards are big, gentle dogs from the Swiss Alps, and they are known for patient, friendly temperaments. Their size means counters are within easy reach, and their strong noses make baking supplies hard to ignore. Plain flour is not usually toxic in small amounts, but a big mouthful can upset the stomach, and some baking ingredients such as chocolate, raisins, nutmeg, or sweeteners can be harmful. Storing baking supplies in a high cabinet is the safest plan, and a call to your vet is wise if your dog eats something unusual. Large breeds also need a good wipe-down after a dusty adventure.

The baker has not arrived yet, but the dog seems ready for his own cooking show. That floury nose is a small act of kitchen mischief with a very big heart behind it. The cleanup may take a while, though the face is worth it.

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