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A Fluffy White Cat Guarded Old Gus While He Slept in the Basket

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A big white Norwegian Forest Cat has taken over a wicker basket, and she fills it to the brim. Her snowy coat spills over the edge, her eyes are closed, and her face rests on her paw. Pressed against her flank, a tortoise sleeps with his head and legs tucked into his shell, completely hidden except for a sleepy eye. A knit blanket lines the basket, and slippers sit on the floor beside it.

Norwegian Forest Cats are strong, gentle cats with thick fur that keeps them warm in cold weather. They tend to be friendly and enjoy company, which makes this snuggle no surprise. Baskets are a popular place for cats to sleep, because the snug sides give them a feeling of safety. A basket for a tortoise should be low, with a soft base and no way for him to tip or fall. Always supervise sleeping arrangements, and talk to your vet about the best bedding and temperature for a tortoise.

We will call the tortoise Gus. He is so deeply asleep that he looks like a stone, and the cat seems to take her guard duty seriously. Even in her sleep, her ear swivels at every sound. The room is quiet, the sun is warm, and the basket is theirs. Nothing is going to get past her, not even a dream.

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