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An elderly man in a patterned cream sweater holds a red and white Corgi in his arms by porch steps as his wife smiles. 25 / 32

Biscuit's Short Legs Gave Out After the Long Walk. Frank Had the Answer.

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Those little legs have walked a long way today, so Biscuit is getting a lift home. Frank stands at the foot of the wooden porch steps in a cream sweater with a tiny diamond pattern, cradling the Corgi securely against his chest with one arm under his belly and a hand on his chest. Biscuit lets his front paws dangle, mouth open in a relaxed pant, looking perfectly satisfied with the arrangement. Dottie stands close in a matching sweater and jeans, leaning in with a tender smile. Fallen leaves are scattered on the steps, a potted plant sits by the railing, and the late-autumn yard behind them is soft and gray.

Corgis are sturdy little dogs, but their long backs and short legs mean stairs and jumping can put extra strain on the spine over time. When picking up a Corgi, it's important to support both ends of the body, with one arm under the chest and the other under the rear, so the back stays level instead of sagging in the middle. Avoid lifting by the front legs alone. Ramps or carrying them up long flights of steps can help, especially as they age. Keeping walks to a comfortable length and maintaining a healthy weight also go a long way toward protecting their backs.

Biscuit seems to love this taxi service, and Frank and Dottie are happy to provide it. After a good walk, there's no better way to come home.

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