The Weimaraner Curled Around the Kittens While Snow Fell

There is snow on the ground, and a silver grey Weimaraner has curled his whole body into a half-circle around a group of kittens. His head rests low, ears draping, eyes worried but gentle as he looks at the little ones. An orange kitten is closest to his face, a black and white one is tucked into the fur, and a calico, a cream, and a grey kitten fit in behind. A wooden shed and bare branches stand behind them.

Kittens cannot keep themselves warm for long, and cold weather can be dangerous for them. Very young kittens need a warm, dry place indoors, and they should not be left out in snow. If you ever find kittens in the cold, bring them somewhere warm and call a vet for advice. Weimaraners have thin coats and feel the cold, too, so snow outings should be short. This scene shows how much animals can look out for one another, but it is the people who should always make sure there is a warm shelter close by.

The dog does not move, but his breath makes little clouds in the cold air. The kittens press closer, their small faces tucked in. Snow settles on his back like powdered sugar. It will not last long, because soon someone will carry them inside to a warm room. But for this moment, he is the only blanket they need.