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Snow Covered the Yard, but This Little Circle Stayed Cozy

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Snow covers the ground and frosts the old fence, but inside this little circle, it's cozy. A snow Bengal with a pale cream coat marked by soft caramel rosettes lies stretched on the snowy earth, one paw curled protectively around a huddle of yellow ducklings. Her striking blue eyes look out calmly, and her ringed tail curls along the side of the group. The ducklings press tightly against her chest and each other, a fluffy yellow island in all that white. Dry leaves poke up through the snow, and a green bucket sits half buried near the fence.

Snow Bengals are a lighter color variety of the Bengal breed, which was developed to have a wild, leopard-like look with spotted or marbled coats. Despite their exotic appearance, Bengals are domestic cats, typically described as energetic, smart, and very playful. Many enjoy climbing, puzzle toys, and even water. They need plenty of activity to stay happy. As for the ducklings, real ones this young would need to be kept warm and dry indoors, since they can't yet hold their own body heat in cold weather. A brooder with a heat source is the safe choice until their adult feathers grow in.

This snowy scene is pure make-believe comfort: a gentle cat sharing her warmth with tiny friends who need it most. It's the kind of picture that warms you up on the chilliest winter morning.

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