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Grandpa Ken Rolled Up His Pants and Walked Out to the End of the Dock

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The lake is quiet and gray-green, with a hazy line of trees on the far shore. Grandpa Ken sits at the very end of the wooden dock, navy sweater vest over a light blue shirt, khaki shorts, and both bare feet dipped in the cool water. His hands rest on his knee and he is smiling down at the little companion beside him. Mochi sits close with his curly tail tucked against the boards and his face tipped up toward Grandpa Ken, tongue just peeking out. The two of them look like they have nowhere to be at all.

Water is a lovely place for a calm summer visit, but docks need a few safety habits when a dog tags along. Pugs are not natural swimmers, as their short legs, heavy front and flat faces make it harder to stay afloat and breathe, so many owners choose a well-fitted canine life jacket near deep water. Keep your dog on a leash or watch closely near the edge, and make sure there is an easy way out of the water. Offer fresh drinking water, since lake water can contain bacteria or algae that are not safe to drink, and give shade breaks on hot days. Flat-faced dogs overheat quickly, so talk to your vet about warm weather care.

Nothing here needs to be done today. The water is cool, the boards are warm, and Mochi has found the best spot on the whole lake.

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