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Grandpa Poured a Tall Lemonade. Pepper Leaned In for a Look

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Walt tips back a tall glass of lemonade, a slice of lemon floating among the ice, his eyes lowered in simple enjoyment. Pepper leans into his lap with his gray beard resting on Walt's knee, looking up at the glass with calm interest. The porch is shaded and old, with weathered boards, a wicker chair, a hose, and trees blurred beyond the rail. The air looks warm and still, the kind of afternoon that moves slowly.

A cool drink on a warm day is a pleasure, and it helps to remember that dogs need to stay hydrated too. Fresh, cool water in a bowl should always be within reach on a hot afternoon. Lemonade is not a good drink for dogs, since sugar, citrus, and sweeteners can upset their stomachs and some sweeteners such as xylitol are dangerous. Keep glasses out of reach, and offer water instead. Miniature Schnauzers do best in moderate weather, so find shade, avoid midday heat, and watch for heavy panting, drooling, or lethargy. Talk to your vet about warm-weather care for your dog.

Pepper has settled in for the afternoon, and Walt is enjoying every sip. The ice will melt, the shade will shift, and the two of them will stay right where they are. Summer is meant to be enjoyed at exactly this speed.

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