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Grandpa Ken Looked Down From His Knitting and Found Mochi Wrapped Up Like a Gift

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Grandpa Ken is smiling down at his needles, a half-finished cream square dangling from his hands, and he has not yet noticed what is happening below them. A long loop of yarn has traveled off the couch and around both of Mochi's front paws, then across his chest and over his back. The Pug sits perfectly upright in the middle of the web with a very serious, innocent expression, as if being tied up were his idea. Behind them, a basket of pink and cream yarn balls sits next to a framed family photo, a plant, a mug of tea and a pair of reading glasses.

Yarn is one of the most tempting household items for pets, and it is worth keeping an eye on. Dogs and cats like to chase and chew it, but swallowing string or yarn can cause a dangerous blockage that needs urgent veterinary care. If your pet gets tangled, stay calm, unwind slowly, and never pull on a strand that seems to be going into the mouth. Store yarn and needles in a closed basket or bin when you are not using them, and offer a dog toy or a chew instead. Knitting itself is a lovely hobby for many older adults, since it keeps the hands busy and the mind focused, and a quiet dog nearby makes the afternoon feel even cozier.

For now, the only crisis is a very patient Pug wearing a very big scarf. Grandpa Ken will probably laugh, untangle him one loop at a time, and start the row over.

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