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Grandpa Sat Down on the Porch Swing for a Second. The Husky Climbed On Too.

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Gently swaying on a wooden porch swing piled with striped cushions, Grandpa Hank has drifted off with his head tipped back and his mouth set in a peaceful line. Copper lies curled across his lap and the cushions, chin resting on Hank's leg, eyes shut tight, fluffy tail looped around his body. The chains of the swing creak quietly above them. Beyond the porch rail, potted plants, a green watering can, and a sunny yard blur softly into the background.

There is a reason dogs and their people so often fall asleep together. Dogs are social animals that historically rested in groups, and lying close to a trusted companion is naturally reassuring to them. Many owners also say that the slow breathing and warmth of a sleeping dog helps them relax. Curling into a ball, like Copper is doing here, is a common sleeping position that keeps a dog warm and protected. For a big dog on furniture that moves, like a swing, it is worth making sure the swing is sturdy and properly rated for the combined weight, and that the dog can climb off safely when he wakes up.

Nobody planned this nap. One of them sat down, the other followed, and the gentle rocking took care of the rest.

Afternoons like this go by quickly, but they are the kind both of them seem to treasure most. The garden chores will still be waiting whenever they wake.

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