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Grandpa Rocks Slower Now. The Reason Is Curled Up Right Beside the Chair.

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The wooden rocking chair creaks softly back and forth, and Earl wears the contented smile of a man with nowhere he needs to be. He sits back with one hand resting on the armrest, plaid shirt rumpled under his overalls. Down on the wide-plank floor, tucked right beside the curved runner, Peanut has curled into a tight little ball of blue and tan fur, eyes shut, nose resting on her paws. Slippers lie by the wall, a jacket is tossed over a chair, and pale daylight drifts in from the window.

Small dogs love to sleep near their people, and Yorkies are no exception, but a rocking chair is one spot to be cautious about. Tiny paws and tails can easily end up under a moving runner, and a toy breed can be hurt in an instant. A good habit is to glance down before rocking and to give the dog a soft bed placed just out of the chair's path. Yorkies have a fine, silky coat without a thick undercoat, so they can feel chilly on bare floors, and a cushion or blanket keeps them cozy. Like many small breeds, they can live long lives, and comfortable rest is part of good care.

Earl knows exactly where Peanut likes to nap, so his rocking stays slow and gentle. Two old souls, one chair, one floor, and an afternoon that seems to stretch on forever.

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