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A long-haired red Maine Coon cat lies on a linen couch with a cluster of fluffy yellow ducklings snuggled against its chest. 1 / 32

A Red Maine Coon Lay Down on the Couch. Then a Yellow Pile Formed on His Chest.

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A small yellow pile of fluff has formed right in the middle of a very large orange one. A red Maine Coon with a magnificent ruff, tufted ears, and long whiskers lies across a linen couch cushion, gazing down with half-closed eyes at the ducklings packed against his chest. There are at least eight of them, all downy and golden, some tucking their bills into each other's feathers, a couple peeking up with bright little eyes. A knit throw is bunched behind them, and soft daylight washes across the pale wall.

Maine Coons are one of the largest domestic cat breeds and are often called gentle giants of the cat world. They are typically friendly, sociable, and laid-back, and many enjoy being near their people without demanding constant attention. Their thick, water-resistant coat and tufted ears and paws helped their ancestors handle harsh New England winters. That luxurious fur needs regular brushing, particularly around the belly and ruff, to prevent mats. Even the mellowest cat is still a natural hunter, though, so any meeting between a cat and small birds should be closely supervised.

Here, the big cat looks like he has fully embraced his surprising new role as a living heated blanket. The ducklings seem to agree that there is no warmer, softer place in the house, and they are not about to give up their spot.

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