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Grandpa Earl Filled the Bird Feeder at Dusk. Duchess Didn't Move a Whisker.

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Evening has fallen over the backyard, and a lantern glows warmly on the fence post. Earl stands on the stone patio in his olive shirt and denim overalls, glasses perched on his nose, pouring a handful of seed into a wooden bird feeder with glass walls. A few small birds are already perched on the tray, pecking away. Down at his feet, Duchess sits perfectly still, her fluffy white tail curled around her paws and her flat face tilted up toward the feeder. She looks composed, but those copper eyes are not missing a thing.

For a cat, a bird feeder is like live television, and it can trigger a strong hunting instinct. If you have cats and want to feed birds, placement matters. Hang feeders well off the ground and away from bushes or fences where a cat could hide or leap. Keeping cats indoors, or supervising them closely on a harness outside, protects both the cats and the local songbirds. Many indoor cats love watching birds through a window, which offers excellent enrichment without any risk. A window perch near a feeder can keep a cat entertained for hours. Clean feeders regularly to prevent the spread of disease among birds.

Duchess may be playing it cool, but she is clearly very interested in the evening visitors. As long as she stays a spectator, it looks like everyone in this backyard can enjoy the twilight together.

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