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Ruth Was Pinning Up the Last Clean Sheet When She Heard Little Paws Coming

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The clothesline is full of crisp white sheets and striped dish towels, and Ruth is pinning up one more with a wooden clothespin, smiling at the commotion below. Frank, in his navy cap and brown plaid shirt, holds a towel by the corner and watches the same thing she is: Domino barreling through the row of hanging laundry, tongue out and ears flapping, clearly convinced this whole setup was built as his personal obstacle course. A blue basket of clean wash waits at the end of the line, and a green wooden fence and potted flowers frame the yard.

Hanging laundry outside is an old-fashioned chore that many people still love, and dogs often treat it as entertainment. The movement of fabric in the breeze can trigger a dog's play instincts, which is mostly harmless, but a few precautions help. Clothespins are small enough to be chewed or swallowed, so it is smart to keep the bag of pins up high. Laundry baskets of clean clothes may need a guard, since many dogs love to drag off socks, which can cause blockages if eaten. And if any detergent pods or bottles come outside, keep them well out of reach. Letting your dog zoom on a soft lawn is a great way for him to burn energy, just keep an eye out for heavy panting on warm days.

The sheets may need a second rinse if any muddy paws made contact. Ruth looks like she already decided it was worth it.

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