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An older man in a cable-knit sweater vest sprays a hose by a wet silver sedan as a cream Chihuahua jumps into the water. 16 / 25

Grandpa Was Rinsing Off the Old Sedan When a Tiny Blur Jumped Into the Spray

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The silver sedan is dripping, the driveway is shining wet, and the late sun is turning every droplet gold. Henry stands by the front bumper in his cable-knit vest, hose nozzle in hand, peering over his glasses with a look of mild surprise. That is because Peanut has launched herself straight into the spray. She is up on her hind legs, front paws tucked, mouth open in a joyful grin, her cream coat speckled with water as she bounces right into the stream. The house and its tidy front steps sit quietly behind the whole splashy scene.

Some small dogs love water play, and a gentle hose game can be a fun way to cool off on a warm afternoon. Keep the spray soft and aim it low, away from the face and ears, and keep sessions short. Chihuahuas are tiny and can get chilled quickly once they are wet, especially as the sun goes down, so have a towel ready and dry them off thoroughly afterward. Car-washing soaps, waxes, and cleaners should stay out of reach, and do not let your dog lap from sudsy puddles. Jumping on hind legs is fun in moderation, but repeated high leaps can be hard on small joints.

Henry probably meant to wash only the car, but now he has a very clean, very soggy Chihuahua as well. Two shiny results for the price of one sunny afternoon.

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