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The Husky Tiptoed Through the Lettuce Rows. Six Ducklings Tiptoed Too.

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Pale blue eyes fixed on the ground, a gray and white Siberian Husky steps carefully between rows of lettuce and carrot tops, and he is not alone. Six yellow ducklings are walking in a staggered line through the same raised bed, their orange bills pointed forward and their feet picking through the soil. Garden gloves, a metal watering can and a pair of rubber boots wait nearby in the clutter of a working garden.

Huskies are strong, independent dogs bred to pull sleds over long distances. They are known for their intelligence, endurance and a mischievous streak, and they often have a strong urge to explore and chase. Because of this, a calm Husky near small birds is something to watch carefully and never leave to chance. Ducklings love to forage, and they are often good for gardens because they eat slugs and bugs, though they can also trample plants. Check that your garden has no slug pellets or sprays, which can poison pets and birds alike. Your vet can tell you which plants and products to avoid.

The Husky's careful steps tell a story of their own. He is moving the way you might walk through a room where someone is sleeping. The ducklings, for their part, seem to be a happy little work crew, sampling leaves and following one another along. The garden hums quietly, and the afternoon is cool. Whatever is growing here, the most interesting thing is the company walking beside it.

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