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Grandma Ruth Climbed Into the Truck. Cocoa Took the Passenger Seat.

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Grandma Ruth sits behind the big wheel of an old pickup, one hand on it and the other resting on the dash, a happy smile on her face. She wears an olive quilted jacket over a gray top, and her white hair is soft in the light from the windshield. Beside her, Cocoa sits tall on the bench seat with his ears hanging and a blue collar around his neck, looking forward like a seasoned navigator. A basket and a few knickknacks sit on the dashboard behind them. It is a very important trip. Even the old truck seems to be smiling, rumbling softly as it warms up.

Dogs love car rides, but safety comes first. A dog loose in the front seat can be hurt in a sudden stop, and an airbag can injure a small dog. A crash-tested harness clipped to a seat belt or a secured carrier is safest, and the back seat is usually better than the front. Because Dachshunds have long backs, avoid letting them jump out of high vehicles, and use a ramp or lift him down. Never leave a dog alone in a parked vehicle, because temperatures can rise fast. Bring water and plan breaks. Talk to your vet if he gets car sick.

Ruth drives and Cocoa navigates. Wherever they are going, they are going together. Every good road trip starts with the right company.

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