Four Dapple Dachshund Puppies Settle Into a Pile of Golden Leaves
Crisp leaves in gold, orange and brown are scattered across the floor, and four dapple Dachshund puppies sit right in the middle of the heap. Their marbled gray and tan coats blend with the foliage, and ears of every shape point in every direction. A maple leaf lies in front of them, and behind them a hallway with boots and a wicker basket completes the cozy autumn scene.
Autumn is a delightful season for puppies, with new smells, crunchy leaves and cool air. It also has a few hazards worth knowing about. Piles of leaves can hide sticks, thorns, damp mold or even wildlife, so supervise play. Mushrooms that pop up after rain can be poisonous to dogs, so steer your puppy away from them. Antifreeze, which has a sweet smell and taste, is extremely dangerous and should always be stored out of reach. Dachshunds are curious diggers, and a leaf pile is an irresistible place to burrow, so keep an eye out for anything he might swallow. After a leafy romp, brush his coat and check paws and ears. Cooler weather may call for a light sweater on short-haired dogs, and your vet can suggest what is right.
These four seem delighted with their golden carpet. Crunching, sniffing and nestling together, they make the whole hall feel like a postcard from October.
