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The Walk Was Long. The Last Few Steps Home Were Handled a Little Differently.

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The walk is over, and someone has decided he would rather be carried the rest of the way. Grandma Doris stands at the bottom of the wooden porch steps with Pewter scooped up in her arms, all long legs and floppy ears, his front paws dangling over her green cardigan. She gives a tired but tender smile, while Pewter looks off toward the yard with an air of complete entitlement. Behind them, a watering can sits in the grass, a coiled hose hangs by the fence, and a pot of flowers rests on the steps.

Weimaraners are big, athletic dogs, and most of them can easily handle long walks. If a normally energetic dog suddenly refuses to walk, lags behind or seems sore, it could be a sign of tired paws, a minor injury or something that deserves attention, so it is worth checking the pads and talking to your vet if it continues. Lifting a large dog also puts strain on the human back. Bending at the knees, keeping the dog close to the body and asking for help with heavy dogs are smart habits. For dogs that need help with steps, ramps and support harnesses can make life easier for everyone.

Of course, sometimes a dog just loves being held and has learned that a sad look gets results. Pewter would never admit to which category he falls into.

Either way, Doris has carried him home, and the look on her face says she would do it again tomorrow.

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