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Grandpa Ken Turned on the Hose to Wash the Car. The Car Got Second Place.

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The old silver sedan is only half rinsed, and the driveway has turned into a splash zone. Grandpa Ken stands in a cream sweater vest and blue shirt, thumb pressed over the end of the green garden hose to make a fan of spray. Mochi has sprung up on his hind legs, front paws flailing, mouth open and eyes squeezed half shut as droplets explode around his face. Water streams down the concrete past a blue recycling bin and potted plants by the garage door. Grandpa Ken watches with a quiet, amused look, clearly aiming the spray just for his eager playmate.

Many dogs love chasing water, and it can be a fun way to cool off on a warm day. Keep the pressure gentle, though, and never spray directly into a dog's face, ears or nose, since a strong stream can be uncomfortable and water in the ears can lead to irritation. Hoses that sit in the sun can hold scalding water at first, so let it run cool before play. Car-washing soaps and degreasers are not meant for pets, so rinse puddles and keep your dog from drinking soapy runoff. For Pugs, a short splash session is great, followed by a good towel-off, especially inside the facial wrinkles.

The car may end up a little streaky, but no one in this driveway is complaining. Grandpa Ken found a way to finish a chore and give Mochi the best part of his afternoon at the same time. That counts as a job well done.

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