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Henry Set Up a Big Puzzle on the Kitchen Table. Copper Took a Seat to Watch.

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Bright morning light pours into the kitchen, and a big jigsaw puzzle is spread over the wooden table. Henry sits in his cream sweater vest with his glasses low, carefully fitting pieces together, a mug and a pair of spare glasses near his elbow. Across from him, Copper sits upright on a padded kitchen chair, front paws planted, long ears hanging, dark eyes locked on the puzzle as though he is reading the picture. Fruit sits in a bowl on the counter behind them.

A dog who sits on a chair at the table is a dog who wants to be where the people are. Goldens are a sociable, people-oriented breed and tend to follow their family from room to room. Puzzles are a pleasant way to exercise the mind, and dogs have their own puzzles too: food toys, snuffle mats, and hide-the-treat games give a dog's brain a workout. Keep puzzle pieces out of reach, since a dog who picks one up could swallow it. If your dog jumps on furniture, decide on a rule that everyone follows, like asking permission first, so he knows what to expect. A short daily session of mental play can help a dog stay calm and content, especially on days when the weather keeps him inside. Your vet can suggest activities that suit your dog's age.

Henry is looking for the edge pieces. Copper seems to know exactly where every one belongs and is not talking.

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