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A silver Maine Coon cat with ear tufts and a white goat with brown spots peek over the wooden edge of a raised garden bed. 20 / 21

Two Faces Popped Up Over the Garden Bed, and One Was Eyeing the Seedlings

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Along the weathered wooden border of a raised garden bed, two faces have popped up to inspect the young seedlings. On the left, a silver Maine Coon with big lynx-like ear tufts, a full flowing ruff, and wide golden-green eyes rests his chest on the edge as if he owns the place. On the right, a white goat with soft brown speckles leans her chin on the board right beside him, ears flopped out sideways and nose aimed squarely at the tender greens. A metal watering can and potted plants sit in the soft-focus yard behind them.

Maine Coons are one of the largest domestic cat breeds, known for their shaggy, water-resistant coats, tufted ears, and big bushy tails. Despite their size, they are often called gentle giants for their friendly, easygoing nature, and many enjoy playing fetch or following their people around the house. Their long coats need regular brushing, especially around the belly and hindquarters. As for the goat, a vegetable garden is basically a salad bar. Goats will happily strip young plants in minutes, so keepers who garden usually protect their beds with sturdy fencing and keep goats in their own browsing area.

Right now, though, these two seem content just to look. Whether the seedlings survive the afternoon may depend on how long the goat can resist temptation.

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