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Frank and Dot Cast Their Lines Off the Old Dock. Misha Was Already Waiting.

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Two fishing lines stretch out over the dark water, and everyone is quietly hopeful. Frank and Dot sit on the weathered planks of an old wooden dock, wrapped in cream cable-knit sweaters, their rods angled toward the still pond behind them. Frank gazes down with a peaceful smile, and Dot looks on with gentle amusement. A blue watering can and a fence line mark the yard beyond, and the light is soft and grey. Right in front of them, Misha sits upright on the boards, whiskers spread wide and golden eyes half-narrowed, looking like a cat who knows perfectly well what fishing means and expects her share.

Fishing trips can be fun to share with a cat, but there are a few hazards to keep in mind. Hooks, lures, and fishing line are a real danger, since cats are drawn to dangling, moving objects and can swallow line or get a hook caught in a lip or paw. Keep tackle boxes closed and never leave baited hooks lying on the dock. Raw fish isn't a great idea either, because it can carry parasites, and an all-fish diet doesn't meet a cat's nutritional needs. A small piece of plain cooked fish, deboned and unseasoned, is a safer occasional treat. Docks can also be slippery, so a harness is a sensible precaution near deep water. If your cat ever swallows line or a hook, don't pull on it; get her to a vet right away.

Whether Frank and Dot catch anything today hardly matters. Between the quiet water and Misha's company, the morning is already a success.

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