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Four Black Puppies Made a Cozy Pile in the Tall Summer Grass

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Four black puppies are packed together in the tall grass, their glossy coats the darkest spot in the yard. The one at the top rests his chin on a sibling and looks off to the side. Two others lean in, wearing sweet, serious faces, and a fourth lies low with his head turned away. Behind them, a patio, a blue bucket, a pair of sandals, and a green garden hose make up a cozy corner of the yard.

Tall summer grass can hide hazards for puppies. Grass seeds can lodge in ears, nostrils, and paws, and ticks and fleas lurk in long vegetation. After play in the yard, check your pup, especially around the ears, between the toes, and under the legs. Cocker Spaniels have long, feathery fur that picks up debris easily, so regular brushing is important. Your vet can recommend flea and tick prevention for your area.

Dark coats also soak up heat, so shade and fresh water are essential. Short play sessions in the cooler parts of the day help prevent overheating. When the sun gets strong, bring your puppy inside to rest in a cool spot. Check that your yard has no toxic plants or weed killer where puppies like to snuggle.

For now, the four of them are quietly huddled, soaking up summer. If they could talk, they'd probably say it was the perfect hideout.

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