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The Beagle and Five Ducklings Sat on the Porch Steps Like They Were Waiting

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A red and white Beagle in a red collar sits on the weathered porch steps with a thoughtful look and a slightly tilted head. Lined up on the step beside him, five yellow ducklings stand in a neat row, all facing the same way. Behind them, a doormat, a tangle of garden hose and some old rubber boots tell of a well-used back porch.

Beagles are friendly, curious dogs with an excellent sense of smell. They are social, often good with other pets and happy to follow their noses wherever they lead. Because they are scent hounds, they can be distracted easily, so it is wise to keep them on a leash outdoors. A Beagle's curiosity can also lead to chasing small animals, so supervision around ducklings is essential. Wooden steps can be slippery when wet, and ducklings need good footing to avoid leg trouble, so a rough surface or mat is helpful. Your vet can give tips on caring for ducklings in a household with dogs.

The dog and ducklings look like a small row of people at a bus stop. Nobody speaks, and everybody faces the same direction, waiting for something to happen. The Beagle's soulful eyes seem to be thinking something over. The ducklings stand patiently, small and serious. The porch is quiet, the day is slow, and the whole group seems perfectly content to wait, wherever the bus may be.

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