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The Bike Was Parked, but This Puppy Was Already Ready to Ride

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Perched in a wicker bicycle basket with a blue cloth tucked around her, this tricolor puppy looks ready for a ride, even though the bike is clearly parked beside a green door. Her ears hang in glossy black waves, her white blaze runs down to a dark nose, and her brown eyebrow dots give her a perpetually thoughtful look. Boots, a watering can, and a heap of garden gear sit behind her.

Many dog owners like to take pets along on bike errands, but it takes planning. A basket should be sturdy, attached firmly, and lined with something soft and non-slip. Small puppies are not ready for real rides, since their bodies are still developing, and they can be startled by traffic and bumps. Ask your vet about when and whether a ride makes sense, and never leave a pet in a basket unattended, even on a parked bike.

A better start is simply letting a pup sit in a basket at home, with treats and calm praise, so it becomes a happy place. That is good practice for any carrier, and it makes future trips to the vet less stressful.

This puppy has settled in as if she has been doing it for years. She is not going anywhere today, but the basket seems like a very good seat from which to supervise the porch, the boots, and the whole busy day.

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