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Three fluffy golden Retriever puppies sitting shoulder to shoulder in a large terracotta flower pot indoors 6 / 30

Nobody Planted Anything in This Pot, but Look What Sprouted

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The planter has new tenants. Three fluffy golden puppies are crammed shoulder to shoulder inside a big terracotta pot, their little paws resting on a bed of dark soil. The one on the left looks straight ahead with a soft, sweet gaze, the middle pup peers shyly from between his siblings, and the third turns his head to the side, nose up. Warm lamplight turns their fur a honey gold, and a couch with a knit throw sits behind them.

Puppies love snug spaces, and a pot, a box, or a basket can feel like a den. That instinct comes from dogs' denning ancestors, and it is why a quiet, cozy bed in a corner often becomes a favorite spot. Posing in a pot is one thing, but it is worth knowing that many houseplants and garden bulbs are toxic to dogs, and potting soil and fertilizer are not meant to be eaten. Keep plants out of reach, and call your vet if a puppy gets into something unfamiliar.

Golden Retriever puppies tend to be social and playful, and they usually do best when they get gentle company, plenty of chew toys, and short, positive training sessions from an early age.

With three round faces peeking over the rim, this is easily the sweetest bouquet in the house. No watering required, just a lot of petting.

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