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Every Night Grandma Reads a Chapter Out Loud. Her Husky Never Misses One.

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The lamps are glowing and the windows have gone dark, so it must be story time. Ruth sits curled on the sofa in a cream cardigan with her glasses on, an open book in her hands and her mouth mid-sentence as she reads aloud. Copper sits upright right beside her, chest puffed out, ears tilted back and nose lifted toward the pages as though he is following every line. A cluttered side table with tissues, a mug and a little plant, plus a basket of yarn, makes the evening feel unhurried and homey.

Huskies are one of the more vocal dog breeds, famous for howling, yodeling and making long, expressive woo sounds instead of barking much. Some even seem to talk back during conversations, which can make reading aloud to one especially entertaining. Dogs in general tune in to the tone and rhythm of familiar voices, and a calm voice in a quiet room can help them settle down for the night. For older adults, reading aloud to a pet is a gentle way to keep the voice and mind active, and a regular evening routine like this can make bedtime feel comforting for both. Choosing calm stories with a soothing pace is a bonus for an energetic dog.

Ruth turns the page, Copper leans a little closer, and the story seems to get better with each chapter.

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