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An older Asian American man in a sweater vest holds a fishing rod on a wooden dock at dusk beside a cream Havanese. 23 / 30

The Fish Weren't Biting Tonight, but Grandpa Ken's Fishing Buddy Never Left His Side.

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Twilight is settling over the yard, and string lights glow softly along the fence posts. Grandpa Ken sits on the edge of a small wooden dock in an olive sweater vest and blue plaid shirt, glasses on, both hands working the reel of a fishing rod. Mochi sits close beside him on the weathered boards, her fluffy white-cream coat glowing in the low light, gazing up at him with a calm, attentive look as if waiting to hear whether anything is biting. Dark water ripples below, and a garden of shrubs and fence posts fades into the evening behind them.

Fishing with a dog nearby is a peaceful pastime, but tackle can be risky for curious pups. Hooks, lures, and bait are some of the most common items dogs get into near the water. Keep tackle boxes closed, store hooks safely, and pick up any stray fishing line, which can tangle or be swallowed. Small dogs like Havanese are not always strong swimmers, and their long coats can become heavy when wet, so a well-fitted dog life jacket is a smart idea near deep water. If a dog ever swallows a hook or line, contact your vet immediately.

Mochi seems content to be a quiet fishing buddy. She does not chase the line or bark at the water, just keeps Ken company.

Whether or not any fish cooperate tonight, the evening is already a good catch.

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