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A black Pug and a cream baby goat nap side by side on a woven rug in front of a lit cast-iron wood stove. 17 / 34

The Wood Stove Is Crackling, and Two Sleepyheads Claimed the Warmest Spot

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A fire crackles behind the glass door of the cast-iron wood stove, and the warmest spot in the house has been claimed by two sleepyheads. A round black Pug lies flat on a woven rug with its wrinkled face squished against the floor and eyes firmly shut, while a cream baby goat curls up beside it, chin tucked against the Pug's shoulder in total relaxation. Split logs fill a wicker basket, a knit hat and a canvas jacket hang on the wall pegs, and a potted succulent sits on a shelf. The whole room seems to glow with winter comfort.

Wood stoves feel wonderful on a cold night, but they need some care with pets around. The stove surface and glass get very hot and can burn a curious nose or paw, so a sturdy hearth gate or screen is a smart idea. Keep a safe gap between pets' beds and the stove, and make sure ash, kindling and fire starters are out of reach. Pugs, as a flat-faced breed, can have trouble regulating their temperature and breathing, so they should not overheat, whether by a fire or in summer sun. Always provide fresh water and a cooler spot they can move to.

As long as the stove stays tended and the gate stays up, this nap can go on all evening. Few things feel as cozy as a warm fire and a friend to lean on.

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