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The Samoyed Made a Warm Spot in the Snow for Six Ducklings

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Against the snow, the Samoyed's white coat almost disappears, and the six yellow ducklings look like bright sparks of sunshine. She lies in a thin layer of snow beside a stack of firewood, her head lowered and her dark eyes watching the little line tucked close to her chest. Her big paw rests near them, and her plush fur forms a warm wall. Dry leaves and bits of straw are scattered on the ground, and a wooden fence stands in the background under a gray winter sky.

Samoyeds have a thick double coat that was developed for the cold, and many love snow. Ducklings, however, are not ready for cold weather. Young ducklings need warmth from a heat source because they cannot regulate their body temperature well until their feathers grow in, so outdoor time in winter is not safe. A picture like this is best enjoyed as a daydream. For real ducklings, a heated brooder and gradual introduction to outdoor weather are important. A vet can advise when ducklings are old enough, and how to protect them from chills and wet conditions.

The Samoyed seems to be doing her best to turn herself into a living heater. With her warm body and gentle gaze, she has made a snug little pocket in the snow. It is a tender sight that looks warm even in the cold.

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