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A Giant Great Dane Curled Around a Silver Cat to Keep Her Warm

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Snow covers the ground, and a giant dog has curled around a small silver cat to keep her warm. The harlequin Great Dane lies in the snow with his long black-and-white head resting low and his soft eyes half closed. His front legs and chest form a circle around the silver tabby, who sleeps with her striped coat shining and her paws tucked in. A wooden fence and bare branches mark the winter yard around them.

Great Danes are among the tallest dogs, yet they're gentle and affectionate. They have short coats and not much body fat, so they can feel the cold quickly, and shouldn't stay outside for long in freezing weather. A sweater and a warm shelter help keep them comfortable.

The same goes for cats. A silver tabby has a short coat that gives limited protection, so outdoor time in snow should be brief. Watch for signs of cold, such as shivering or lifting paws, and bring pets inside to warm up. Wipe their paws after they walk on salted or treated paths.

This picture is a reminder of how animals look after each other. The dog is gentle, careful, and warm, and the cat is calm and trusting. A winter day is never so cold when you have a friend to curl up beside. The snow can fall all it likes, because here at least there is warmth enough for two.

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