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Gus Was Shoveling the Driveway. Bruno Was Busy Undoing All His Work.

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Fresh snow blankets the neighborhood, and Gus is out early with a battered shovel, a green knit cap pulled low, and his suspenders clipped over a heavy dark jacket. He is making slow, steady progress on the driveway. Bruno is making progress too, just in a completely different direction. The brindle Boxer has launched himself into the snowbank, front legs buried, mouth wide open in a goofy grin, flakes clinging to his whiskers and dusting his striped coat. Snow-covered pine trees, a frosted porch, and a half-buried recycling bin fill in the wintry scene behind them.

Many Boxers love playing in snow, but their short, single coat offers far less insulation than that of thick-coated breeds. Keep winter play sessions fairly short, and consider a dog coat or sweater on very cold days, especially for older dogs. Watch for shivering, lifting paws, or slowing down, which are signs it is time to go inside. Rock salt and ice melters can irritate paws and cause stomach upset if licked, so wipe your dog's feet after outings or look for pet-friendly melt products. Snow shoveling itself is strenuous work for people too, so pace yourself, take breaks, and let the dog handle the fun part.

By the time the driveway is clear, Bruno will be wet, happy, and ready for a warm towel by the heater. Gus, meanwhile, might be ready for a nap.

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