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Grandma Gave Penny a Bubbly Bath in an Old Tub in the Backyard

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Grandma leans over a big galvanized tub in the backyard, working sudsy water through Penny's coat with careful, practiced hands. She wears a blue plaid shirt, her silver hair is cropped short, and a soft, fond smile lights her face. Penny the Yorkshire Terrier sits in the soapy water with damp, spiky fur and a calm expression, her ears slicked back. Potted herbs, a wooden fence, and a hose lie around the yard, and the golden evening sun lights the whole scene. Soap bubbles shimmer in the evening light.

Bath time for a Yorkie should be gentle. Use lukewarm water and a shampoo made for dogs, and avoid getting water or soap in her eyes and ears. Rinse thoroughly, since leftover soap can irritate her skin, and dry her well with a towel on a cool day. Yorkies have fine, silky hair that tangles when wet, so brush her gently afterward. Ask your groomer or vet how often to bathe her, since too many baths can dry out her skin. Keep the room warm.

Penny sits patiently through it all, the picture of a dog who knows the routine. Grandma talks to her softly as she works. Soon she will be fluffy and clean. A towel and a treat are waiting nearby.

A bath is a small chore with a fresh reward.

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