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An older woman in a green quilted vest tucks a cream knit blanket around a white Bichon Frise lying in a gray dog bed. 2 / 39

Cotton Wasn't Sleepy Yet. Then Grandma Ruth Brought Out the Knit Blanket.

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Bedtime comes with full service in this house. Ruth kneels beside a round gray dog bed, her silver curls catching the soft daylight from the hallway, and smooths a cream-colored knit blanket over Cotton's shoulders. The little Bichon has already settled in, round black eyes peeking out over the cozy wrap, looking utterly content to be fussed over. A wicker basket of folded towels, a potted plant by the door, and a jacket hanging on a hook give the room a lived-in, homey feel.

Plenty of dogs really do love a blanket, and small breeds with lighter body mass often seek out warmth more than big dogs do. Many dogs are also natural nesters, circling and pawing at bedding to make it just right before they lie down. If you add a blanket to your dog's bed, choose something washable and without loose threads or tassels that could be chewed and swallowed. Make sure the dog can easily wriggle out if it gets too warm, and wash the bedding often, since it collects hair, dander, and outdoor grime. A bed placed in a quiet corner away from drafts, but still within sight of the family, tends to be the most popular spot.

Some dogs get a treat at bedtime. Cotton gets the full tuck-in, complete with a gentle pat and probably a whispered goodnight. It is hard to imagine a sweeter way to end the day.

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