Harold and Bea Put On the Record From Their First Dance. Peanut Squeezed In Between.

A record turns slowly on the turntable behind them, and the couch has become the coziest spot in the house. Harold and Bea sit shoulder to shoulder in their cream knit sweaters, both grinning warmly, with Peanut snuggled into the space between them. The little fawn Chihuahua sits upright with her red collar and pointed ears, eyes bright, one front paw resting on Harold's knee as if keeping time. Stacks of records lean on the shelf and floor, a wicker basket holds a tangle of cables, and white curtains soften the light from the window.

Older music collections often come with a lot of history, and listening sessions can be a lovely shared ritual for couples. For dogs, the important part is usually just the togetherness. Chihuahuas are social little dogs that tend to want to be close, and calm activities like this can be some of their favorite times. If you have a tiny dog and a busy living room, it is worth keeping cords and cables tidied away, since some dogs like to chew them. Records themselves are best kept off the floor, too, as much for the records' sake as the dog's.

Whatever song is playing, it seems to have put everyone in a good mood. Harold and Bea look like they could sit here all afternoon, and Peanut is not about to suggest otherwise.