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Grandpa Gus Was Stuck on 7 Across. Waffles Kept a Close Eye on the Toast.

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Seven letters, a pen, and a very patient helper. Grandpa Gus is bent over the morning crossword with his glasses low and his white mustache set in thought, a mug of coffee steaming beside the paper. A plate of buttered toast and a bowl of blueberries wait nearby. Just across the table, Waffles has his chin up and his dark eyes fixed on the puzzle, or perhaps on the toast, which is difficult to tell. The fawn French Bulldog wears a brown leather collar and a very serious expression. Sunlight filters through lace curtains behind them, and framed family photographs line the kitchen wall.

Crossword puzzles are a nice way for older adults to keep their minds active, and a dog adds good company to a quiet morning. If your dog is hoping for breakfast, keep the plate out of reach, since butter and jam are fatty and sugary, and some foods like grapes, raisins, and onion are toxic. A better plan is to give him a small dog-safe treat when your meal is done. French Bulldogs are smart and love routines, so a daily breakfast routine with a spot on his own mat helps him know when to wait. Ask your vet for feeding advice, since weight management matters for flat-faced breeds.

Gus fills in a last word and taps the paper with his pen. Whether Waffles helped or not, the morning has gone well, and the toast is still on the plate.

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