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An elderly Asian American man in a sweater vest sits on a weathered dock with a fishing rod as a fawn Boxer sits by his side. 21 / 33

Ken Has Been Fishing Off This Dock for Hours Without a Bite

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The old wooden dock creaks softly over the still water, and Grandpa Ken has his fishing line out. He sits on the gray planks in a cream sweater vest and blue shirt, a rod resting in one hand and the other on Duke's back, smiling down at his companion. Duke sits tall beside him, mouth open in a relaxed grin, ears soft, looking very pleased to be part of the outing. A green watering can, clay pots, garden gloves, and odds and ends scattered on the bank behind them give the scene a homey, backyard-pond feel.

Fishing trips can be a great time to bring a calm dog, but water and tackle bring a few risks. Fishhooks, lures, and lines are dangerous if stepped on or swallowed, so keep tackle boxes closed and never leave baited hooks lying around. Not all dogs are strong swimmers, and Boxers, with their deep chests and short muzzles, often tire quickly in water, so a properly fitted dog life jacket is a smart idea near deep water or on a boat. Bring fresh drinking water, and keep your dog from drinking pond water, which can contain algae or bacteria.

Whether Ken catches anything today hardly matters. With a quiet dock, a patient line in the water, and Duke grinning at his side, the afternoon is already a success.

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