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A Piece O'Pumpkin Advice For Jack-O'-Lantern Snacks
Since pumpkin is high on my list of healthy foods for a chubby or rumbly puppy tummy no matter the season, I feel the need to address those carved creations, if that's your kind of thing.
Not only can an open flame pose a danger, the unlit pumpkin is not pet-safe! While the fresh stuff is fine for furry friends, don't leave the jack-o'-lantern within paws' reach — after being carved and exposed to air, the vegetable grows bacteria and mold, which is very dangerous to doggies.
Treat Chubby Tummies With This (Instead of Kibble)
Some pups – mine included – can eat (and eat and eat) without ever seeming to get a full belly. And, as you can see, North's already a big fan of pumpkin. Adding one to the other, and I wanted to share yet another use for this can o' goodness – weight loss.
Flameless Lights Keep Pets Safe Around Pumpkins
Curious noses and swishy tails can spell disaster if your home includes lit pumpkins! If you want to carve a creation, please put it high out of playful pets reach, and choose a nonflame alternative to let the face go on glowing. I've picked a couple options – hey, batteries last longer than most candles burn anyway .
On the Ball: Freeze Pumpkin For Poo Probs
Why the sad face, North? You're all out of pumpkin I see. Even though my pooch didn't get to sample the organic canned pumpkin that time around, I've got a special Summer treat that I'm gonna whip up this weekend.Frozen pumpkin cubes!
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Crafty Community Member Turns Her Dogs Into Pumpkins!
I wasn't the only one awed by those dog breed pumpkin patterns — Community Member Yogaforlife made two for herself! Checking out the magazine's choices for inspiration, she created stencils for her Australian Cattle Dog/Smooth Collie mixes, Maia (on the left) and Benny (on the right). Certainly gives me hope that I can carve out some time to create a North-inspired gourd myself!
Howl With Laughter at Three Pup vs. Pumpkin Battles!
Yes, I know we simply see pumpkins as inanimate objects but I think pooches see something else entirely – an invader to their home! Seems that pumpkins are the prey and pups are the predators this time of year. Check out Phoebe, Onyx, and Talullah's dog versus pumpkin videos to see who comes out on top!
Get Crafty: Downloadable Dog Breed Pumpkin Stencils!
Do you think Jack O'Lanterns go together with Halloween like dogs and costumes? Well, for those crafty carvers that want to carry their canine love to the gourds, consider putting a pup's face up front.
Better Homes and Gardens offers downloadable dog breed stencils like this precious pug, pumpkins not included.
Dog Versus Pumpkin Video: Phoebe's Sneak Attack Tactic
It's Phoebe's turn! While the cat's away mom's in the shower, the mouse will play dog will carve a pumpkin. Well, sort of.Dog Versus Pumpkin Video: Talullah's Intimidation Tactic
Definitely. Not. Pleased.Dog Versus Pumpkin Video: Onyx's Keep-Away Tactic
Well, I guess a pumpkin's fairly round, so I can see how Onyx seems to love his new ball. He snatches the pumpkin off the porch and totes it all over the entire yard like the prized possession that it clearly is . .
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