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Grandpa Cast His Line Off the Old Dock. His Fishing Partner Stared at the Water.

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The line is cast, the rod is steady, and now comes the waiting. Grandpa sits on the edge of an old wooden dock in a brown cardigan, holding the fishing pole with both hands and gazing patiently across the water. Next to him, Sterling sits tall on the weathered boards, eyes fixed on the line as though he's the one expecting a catch. In the background, a little grey house, a watering can, and potted plants line the overgrown yard that slopes down to the dock.

Fishing trips and cats can go together, but tackle requires extra care. Fishing hooks are a common source of injury for pets, especially when they're baited, since the smell draws curious noses. Keep tackle boxes closed, store lures and hooks out of reach, and never leave a baited line unattended. Discarded fishing line can wrap around paws or be swallowed, which can be serious, so pack it out and dispose of it properly. If your cat ever swallows a hook or line, don't try to pull it out yourself; get to your vet promptly. As for sharing the catch, plain, fully cooked fish without bones or seasoning can be an occasional treat, but raw fish isn't recommended for cats.

Sterling seems to view the whole outing as a joint venture. If a fish ever does bite, it's clear who will be first in line to inspect it.

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