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Grandpa Harold Called the Chickens for Breakfast. Somebody Else Answered Too.

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Feeding time in the backyard draws a crowd. Grandpa Harold crouches low in his red plaid flannel and glasses, letting a stream of golden corn trickle from his hand onto the dirt path. A half-dozen russet hens bustle in from the right, pecking eagerly at the growing pile. And strolling calmly through the middle of the flock, tail held high like a fluffy flag, is Pudding. The Ragdoll walks right past the chickens with complete unconcern, her blue eyes on Harold, as if she's simply arriving to inspect the proceedings. Clapboard siding, potted herbs, and a weathered fence fill the background.

Ragdolls are often described as gentle, easygoing cats, and some seem far more interested in people than in chasing anything. Still, every cat is an individual, and instincts can surface unexpectedly, so it's wise to supervise any time a cat and backyard birds share space. Full-grown hens can usually hold their own and may even chase a cat off, but chicks, eggs, and smaller birds need secure protection. Keep the coop latched, give the cat an easy route away from the flock if things get tense, and wash your hands after handling poultry or feed to reduce the spread of germs.

In this little backyard, everyone seems to know their role. Harold provides the breakfast, the hens provide the enthusiasm, and Pudding provides a certain dignified supervision. It's a strangely peaceful kind of chaos, and they all seem to like it that way.

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