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A Ragdoll Cat and a Tortoise Watch Frost Spread on the Glass

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Frost spreads like delicate ferns across the window, and a cream point Ragdoll cat sits beside it with her blue eyes fixed on the cold outside. Next to her on the same soft blanket, Gus the tortoise rests with his head extended, looking out as well. The room is pale and quiet, and the cat's fluffy coat looks like cream and cocoa. They sit close enough for their warmth to mix. Whatever is happening outside is far away from this cozy corner. A faint ring of fog marks where the cat's breath met the glass.

Ragdolls are large, gentle cats famous for going limp when picked up, and they tend to be affectionate and easygoing. Their semi-long coats need brushing a few times a week. Winter is a delicate time for tortoises, which cannot warm themselves without help. Many species need a heat source and a stable indoor temperature during the cold months, while others go through a carefully managed winter rest called brumation, which should be done only with guidance from a vet or reptile expert. Never leave a tortoise on a cold windowsill overnight. A warm, draft-free enclosure keeps winter from becoming a worry. Keep the room warm and quiet, and your pets will be able to rest comfortably.

Winter may be at the glass, but this corner is warm. The frost can stay outside, as far as these two are concerned.

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