Ken Sat Down in His Rocker for Five Minutes. Duke Didn't Last Two.
A quiet room, a wooden rocking chair, and the soft creak of old floorboards. Grandpa Ken sits with one hand resting on the arm of the rocker, wearing his green argyle sweater vest over a plaid shirt, a calm, contented smile on his face. Stretched across the floor in front of him, Duke is out cold. The big fawn Boxer lies on his side with his paws loose, jowls squished against the wood, eyes firmly shut in the deep, heavy sleep only a well-loved dog can manage. A basket, a knit throw on a chair, a leafy plant, and soft window light keep the room simple and peaceful.
Adult dogs spend a large part of the day sleeping and resting, and Boxers are no exception once they've burned off their energy. Many dogs like to sleep near their people, often right at their feet, because it keeps them close to their pack. If you use a rocking chair, be mindful of tails, ears, and paws under the runners. A dog bed or mat placed just to the side gives your companion a comfortable spot that's safely out of the way. As dogs get older, they may appreciate a thicker, supportive bed to cushion their joints.
Ken may rock slowly through the afternoon, lost in his thoughts, while Duke snores softly below. It's a picture of the easy, unspoken kind of friendship that only grows deeper with time.
