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The Fish Weren't Biting, but Grandma Edie's Fishing Buddy Had Other Ideas

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The weathered dock creaks gently over dark, still water. Grandma Edie sits near the end in a navy quilted vest and plaid shirt, a slim fishing rod resting in her hand, her glasses catching the dim evening light. Moose plants himself right beside her, mouth open in a cheerful pant, completely uninterested in the fish and very interested in her. Behind them, the gray boards lead back to a grassy bank, a few shrubs, and a distant house, all soft in the fading light of a quiet evening.

Water outings with dogs are a joy, but docks have a few hazards worth knowing. Fishhooks, lures, and lines are a real risk, since a curious dog may try to eat bait and swallow a hook along with it. Keeping tackle boxes closed and lines out of reach helps. Not every dog is a strong swimmer, and large, heavy breeds can tire quickly in water, so a canine life jacket is a good idea for any dog that might go in. Climbing back up onto a dock from deep water can also be tough for a big dog, so knowing an easy exit point, like a shoreline or ramp, matters.

Fishing is really about patience, and Moose has plenty of it, as long as he gets to sit close. Grandma Edie may or may not catch dinner, but she already has the best part of the outing sitting right next to her.

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