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Older man in glasses and a green cardigan plays an upright piano while a Yorkshire Terrier sits beside him on the bench. 19 / 29

Grandpa Ken Sat Down at the Old Piano. He Wasn't Alone on the Bench for Long.

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Soft daylight filters into a cluttered, comfortable room where an old upright piano stands against the wall, its dark wood worn smooth at the edges. Grandpa Ken sits on the bench in a moss-green cardigan, glasses low on his nose, fingers resting lightly on the keys as he plays something slow and familiar. A folded beige towel cushions the bench beside him, and on the very end sits Mochi, small and upright, head tilted, looking out toward the room with a calm, almost thoughtful expression. Slippers wait on the floor, a basket of yarn sits nearby, and the top of the piano holds a tissue box, a mug, and a sprig of dried flowers.

Many dogs, Yorkshire Terriers included, like to stay close to their favorite person, following them from room to room and settling down wherever they land. This shadowing is usually a sign of attachment and a natural social instinct, since dogs are companion animals that enjoy being part of the group. It is a sweet habit, but building some comfortable independence matters too. Practicing short periods apart, offering a cozy bed or a favorite chew when you step away, and keeping departures and returns low key can help a dog feel secure on their own. If a dog becomes very distressed whenever left alone, a vet or qualified trainer can help.

For now, Mochi is right where she wants to be, perched on the bench as the music fills the room. She may not know the song, but she clearly knows the pianist by heart.

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