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The Walk Ended in a Downpour. Frank and Dottie Knew Exactly What Bean Needed.

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Rain is still pouring outside the open front door, where muddy rubber boots sit on the mat and a wet raincoat hangs on the hook. Just inside, Frank and Dottie kneel on the floor tending to a soggy little walker. Bean, the black pug, is wrapped up to his chin in a chunky oatmeal-colored knit blanket, his damp head poking out and his big eyes gazing up with a look that is half grateful and half sorry for himself. Dottie, in a mustard cardigan, watches him with gentle concern, while Frank, in a navy fleece, carefully tucks the blanket snug around his shoulders. A warm lamp glows in the background.

Drying a dog thoroughly after a rainy walk is a small kindness that matters, especially for short-coated breeds like pugs that chill easily. Pay special attention to the facial wrinkles, which can trap moisture and become irritated if left damp, and gently dry between the toes and around the ears. A soft towel or blanket works well, and many dogs find the snug wrap comforting. Afterward, a warm, draft-free spot to rest is ideal. If your dog seems to shiver for a long time, acts lethargic, or starts coughing after getting wet and cold, it is worth checking in with your vet.

Bean may not have loved the downpour, but the homecoming more than makes up for it. Warm blanket, two attentive grandparents, and probably a treat on the way. Rainy days do not get much better than this.

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