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Grandpa Ken Dropped the Needle on His Oldest Record. Shadow Gave Him That Look.

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A record is spinning on the turntable, and Grandpa Ken has an audience of one. He sits in his chair in a brown sweater vest and light blue shirt, smiling warmly down at Shadow, who has her nose lifted toward him as if waiting for the story behind the song. Behind them, stacks and stacks of records crowd the shelves and floor, sunlight spills through the window, a tissue box and reading glasses sit on a cluttered table, and a rope toy lies abandoned on the rug. Slippers rest by the footrest, ready for a long afternoon.

Music is not just for people. Many dogs seem calmer with soft music playing, and some owners leave gentle tunes on when they step out. Every dog is different, of course, and very loud volumes can bother sensitive ears, since dogs hear a wider range of sounds than we do. Watching your dog's body language is the best guide. Relaxed ears, soft eyes, and a settled posture suggest the music is welcome, while pacing, panting, or leaving the room may mean it is time to turn it down. Shadow here looks perfectly content.

Ken might be telling her about the first time he heard this album, or maybe just humming along. Either way, Shadow is listening with her whole heart, which is exactly what a good record deserves.

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