Grandma Dot Brought Out the Little Brush. Waffles Knew Exactly What It Meant.
The back steps are Waffles' favorite spa. Grandma Dot sits in a green cardigan over a gray shirt, glasses on, running a small wooden brush through her dog's thick coat with slow, careful strokes. Waffles lies stretched out on the old plank step, head up and ears relaxed, her eyes calm and a little sleepy. Her coat shows layers of tan, black and white. Behind them stands a white door, a clay pot with a plant, a coiled hose and a bottle of water on the step, and a few leaves have gathered on the boards.
Regular brushing is one of the simplest ways to keep a dog comfortable. Dogs with thick double coats, which includes many corgis, shed throughout the year and heavily in certain seasons, and brushing helps remove loose hair before it ends up on the furniture. It also gives you a chance to check for ticks, scratches or lumps, and to spend a few calm minutes together. Use a brush that suits the coat, keep the strokes gentle, and offer a treat afterward. If you notice skin problems or bald spots, talk to your vet.
Waffles looks completely at ease, and Dot looks right at home with her old brush in hand. The breeze can have the loose fur. The little brush moves in long, patient strokes, and each one seems to loosen Waffles a bit more. By the time they finish, the steps will hold a small cloud of fur and a very happy dog.
