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Otis Cast a Line From the Old Dock. Clementine Sat Right Beside Him.

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The wooden dock is mossy and worn, and Otis is leaning on it with a long fishing pole stretched out over the water, glasses on and a quiet smile on his face. He wears a cream cable-knit cardigan with a dark shirt beneath. Clementine sits right by his side, calico coat glowing, white paws planted on the boards, her face turned toward the water as though she is watching the line. A wooden fence and a gray sky fill the background, and the green grass of the yard edges the pond. The air looks cool and still, perfect for waiting.

Fishing is a patient pastime, and many cats enjoy watching it, since moving water and a bobbing line are fascinating. Near water, however, safety comes first. Cats can fall in or lean too far, and wet cats can chill quickly, so a harness and leash are a smart idea. Hooks, lures, and fishing line are dangerous if chewed or swallowed, so keep your tackle out of reach and close up the box when you are finished. Fresh fish scraps can attract a cat too, but raw fish is not a good snack, so talk to your vet about what to feed her. Keep a towel handy for after the trip.

Otis waits quietly and Clementine waits with him. Whether or not anything bites, it is hard to imagine a better way to spend an afternoon.

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