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Here’s what to do if your dog falls through the ice

What should you do when Spot falls through the ice? If you’re like most dog owners, your first instinct will likely be to run out on the ice and rescue your beloved pup. But as Cottage Life editor Michelle Kelly points out, there’s a safer way.

Research and writing by Jackie Davis

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