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Grandpa Has a Bedtime Routine for His Pug, and It's Full Service

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Bedtime comes with full service in this house. Grandpa, wearing an argyle sweater vest over a plaid shirt, bends over a plush round dog bed and smooths a soft beige blanket around Mochi, his black pug. Only Mochi's velvety face and one folded ear peek out, and his eyes are already closed. Sunlight spills across the wooden floor, past a wicker basket of folded blankets, a row of shoes, a houseplant, and a stack of books. Grandpa's expression says he's in no hurry to step away.

Pugs love their sleep, and many owners notice they snooze a good portion of the day. A dedicated bed gives a dog a sense of security and a spot that is entirely theirs. Round, bolstered beds are a favorite with small breeds because they can curl up and rest their heads on the raised edge. For flat-faced dogs like pugs, it helps to keep the sleeping area cool and well ventilated, since they can overheat more easily than longer-nosed breeds. Light blankets are fine, but avoid piling on heavy layers. Snoring is common in pugs, though loud or labored breathing during sleep is worth mentioning to your vet at the next checkup.

There is something tender about a person who still tucks in a dog at the end of the day. Mochi probably doesn't need the blanket at all. He just likes knowing Grandpa will always be there to fluff it.

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