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A fluffy red Dachshund puppy sits inside a terra-cotta flower pot filled with soil on a kitchen counter. 16 / 31

The Terra-Cotta Pot Was Supposed to Hold a Fern. Penny Moved In Instead.

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This flower pot was supposed to hold a fern. Instead, it holds Penny, a fluffy red Dachshund puppy who has climbed right into the soil and settled in like she's been planted there. Her soft, slightly wavy coat glows a warm copper, her long ears hang down past her chin, and her big brown eyes gaze up with an expression that says she has no regrets. A little dirt clings to the rim of the terra-cotta pot, and a towel, a basket, and a couple of houseplants clutter the counter around her.

Dachshunds have a famously strong urge to dig. It's part of their heritage as tunnel-hunting dogs, and many will happily dig in flower beds, couch cushions, and yes, potted plants. Giving them an approved digging outlet, like a sandbox or a designated patch of the yard, can save your garden. Indoors, it's worth checking which houseplants are safe, since some common ones, including lilies, philodendrons, pothos, and sago palms, can be harmful to dogs if chewed. Potting soil may also contain fertilizers or other additives that aren't safe to eat. If your puppy has been snacking on plants or soil and seems unwell, talk to your vet.

Penny doesn't seem to be growing any taller in that pot, but she's certainly blooming with personality. Every garden needs one bright, fuzzy flower like this.

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