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A gray-bearded man in suspenders sleeps in a beige recliner while a brindle Boxer naps with its head on the armrest. 9 / 23

The Recliner Was Built for One. Bruno Did Not Read the Instructions.

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Golden afternoon light slants through the window blinds, and the living room has gone completely quiet. Gus is fast asleep in a beige recliner, head tipped back against the cushion, mouth relaxed, his plaid shirt and suspenders slightly rumpled. Squeezed in right beside him is Bruno, a brindle Boxer who has somehow managed to fit his whole front end onto the chair, front paws draped over the armrest and his heavy jowls resting on top. His eyes are closed too. Family photos hang on the wall behind them, a houseplant sits by the television, and a knit throw hangs off the edge of the chair.

Boxers are often described as energetic, but many of them are also champion nappers once the activity of the day is done. Adult dogs generally sleep a lot more than people, and it is normal for them to doze on and off throughout the day. Napping beside their person can be a sign of comfort and attachment. Boxers can be prone to snoring because of their short muzzles, which is usually harmless, but loud or labored breathing, especially when awake, is something to mention to your vet. Older dogs and big breeds may appreciate a supportive bed with good cushioning so their joints get a rest too.

Nobody planned this nap; it simply happened, the way the best ones do. When they wake up, there may be a crick in someone's neck, but nobody will regret it.

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