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Grandma Ruth Baited Her Line on the Dock. Cocoa Watched the Water.

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The old wooden dock creaks gently, and Grandma Ruth is settled in for a quiet morning of fishing. She sits in an olive quilted vest and cream sweater, her glasses on and her white hair tidy, holding a fishing rod while a tackle box, a thermos and a few tools rest on the boards. Beside her, Cocoa sits with his long, silky coat and hanging ears, looking out over the water with a patient face. Weeds and old boards frame the edges of the dock. It is a calm, unhurried spot. The water below is calm, with hardly a ripple to disturb the morning.

Docks and water call for a few safety steps with a dog. A Dachshund's short legs make him a weak swimmer, so a snug life vest made for dogs is a smart idea, and he should never be left alone near the water. Watch for slippery boards, gaps between planks and loose fishing hooks or line, which can seriously injure a curious dog. Keep the tackle box closed and clear up any bait. Bring fresh water, since lake or river water can carry germs and algae. Lift him on and off the dock to protect his back. Ask your vet about water safety.

Ruth watches the line and Cocoa watches the water. Neither seems to mind how long it takes. Even a slow day on the water is a good day.

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