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Grandpa Tucked the Golden Retriever In Like a Little Kid

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Biscuit lies curled in a big round dog bed with her head at the edge, and Gus is carefully pulling a soft blanket up over her shoulders. His weathered hands are slow and gentle, his gray head bent close. Her dark eyes follow him with a look of pure trust, nose resting just above the blanket. The warm room behind them holds a plant, a shoe or two, and a basket of laundry.

Dogs tend to love cozy, enclosed sleeping spots because they feel secure there. A bed with raised sides, like the one shown here, gives a dog something to lean against, and a soft blanket adds warmth. For a large breed like a golden Retriever, a thick bed with good support is especially helpful for joints as they age. Wash blankets and beds regularly to cut down on dust and odors, and keep the bed away from drafts. Some dogs like to chew bedding, so check that nothing is coming loose. If your dog seems restless at night or has trouble getting comfortable, mention it to your vet.

By morning the blanket will probably end up on the floor, but the thought counts. Bedtime for a good dog should come with a little ceremony, and Gus has it down to a fine art. Biscuit seems to approve of every fold, and she will no doubt repeat the whole routine tomorrow night.

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