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A white Bulldog is held up in a man's arms beside a lit Christmas tree, reaching toward the golden star at the top. 23 / 26

The Star Was Too High, So the Bulldog Got a Lift to See It

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Held up in a pair of strong arms, a white Bulldog named Casper stretches his head toward the top of the Christmas tree, where a golden star shines. His wrinkled face is lifted, his small ears are folded and his short paws dangle in the air. The man holding him wears a gray sweater, the tree is dotted with ornaments and lights, and a gray couch and a box of wooden blocks sit in the sunlit room behind.

Bulldogs are heavy for their size, with thick bodies and short legs, so lifting one takes care. Support his chest and hindquarters at the same time and avoid lifting by the front legs, since a wriggle can hurt his back or hips. It is also worth knowing that Bulldogs overheat easily because of their short noses, so a long session in a warm room by a tree is not ideal. Never allow a dog to reach for ornaments, lights or glass decorations, and keep the tree anchored. Bulldogs are affectionate, patient dogs who love being involved, and a quick, gentle lift followed by a treat can be a nice way to include them.

Casper seems proud to be part of the decorating team, even if his role is mostly supervising. The star is shining, the tree is tall and he has a very good view. Some holiday traditions are simply meant to be shared.

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