Because dogs find it easy to sniff out chocolate treats, it is important to hide it well. Owners should not underestimate their dog's motivation; many dogs climb on counters to get to chocolate, so it is best to keep any in the fridge or behind cupboard doors. More dogs suffer from chocolate poisoning around Christmas and Easter as there is chocolate around, and owners get distracted. Be careful of chocolate gifts under the tree as dogs may open them and eat the present well before Christmas morning.

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