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Grandma Ruth Started to Sway in the Kitchen. Cocoa Gave Her a Big Grin.

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Sunlight pours through the kitchen window, and Grandma Ruth is smiling down at her dance partner. She wears a sage-green quilted vest over a gray top, her white hair pinned back, with a kettle, a cutting board and a bowl of fruit behind her. On the floor, Cocoa looks up with his mouth open in a happy grin and his long ears swinging forward, ready for the next step. The tidy cabinets and the glowing window make the room feel warm. It is a very cheerful morning. It is easy to see why she is smiling.

A relaxed open mouth and a soft, wiggly body usually mean a happy dog. Dachshunds are expressive and love to be part of whatever their person is doing. Dancing or moving around the kitchen is a gentle way for older adults to stay active, and music can lift the mood. Just watch your feet, since a short-legged dog can get underfoot, and keep him from stepping into the way when you turn. Hard floors can be slippery for a Dachshund's long back and short legs, so a rug or mat gives him better footing. Talk to your vet about keeping him steady.

Ruth hums and Cocoa wags. In this kitchen, the best steps are the ones that come naturally. The floor may be small, but the joy is big.

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