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Grandma Ruth Dropped the Needle on a Favorite Record. Cocoa Listened Closely.

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A record turns on the player in the corner, and Grandma Ruth smiles from the sofa as the music fills the room. She wears a sage-green quilted vest, her white hair in a loose bun, and a stack of books and a mug sit nearby. Cocoa sits up front on a knitted blanket with his ears hanging and his brown nose lifted, as though he was listening very carefully to every note. Yarn, a basket and a lamp warm up the cozy living room. It is a perfect evening for music. The light in the room is golden and slow.

Dogs hear a wider range of sounds than people do, so music is best kept at a gentle volume. Soft, steady tunes may help some dogs relax, while sudden loud notes can startle them. Keep the turntable, needle and cords out of reach, and watch his body language: relaxed ears and a loose body are good signs, while pacing or lip licking can mean he is uneasy. A Dachshund has a long back, so a blanket on the sofa gives him a soft landing, and a ramp or steps can help him get up and down. Talk to your vet if he seems stressed by sound.

Ruth hums along and Cocoa listens. It is a concert for two, with plenty of room for the third. Nothing in the room needs to change.

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