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A sleeping calico cat curls in a rope hammock on a porch with seven fluffy yellow ducklings nestled against her. 20 / 20

A Calico Cat and Seven Ducklings Swayed Together in a Porch Hammock

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A canvas hammock on the porch cradles one of the sweetest naps of the day. A calico cat lies curled on her side with her eyes closed and her head resting against the rope, her orange, black, and white coat soft as a quilt. Seven yellow ducklings are tucked into the curve of her body, sitting and sprawling and leaning into each other. Nearby, a wooden railing, a potted plant, and a fringe of rope frame the scene, and the spring light is gentle.

A hammock gently swaying is a lovely thing for a nap, and cats are experts at finding comfortable spots. Calico cats, with their splashy coats, are said by many people to have lively personalities, though every cat is an individual. For ducklings, warmth is essential in the early weeks, and a soft bundle feels perfect to them. That said, a hammock is not a safe place for unsupervised ducklings or a cat, because baby animals can fall or get tangled in the ropes. Keep a careful eye on any animals near one, and ask your vet about safe cozy spots.

The little group seems perfectly relaxed, rocking quietly as the afternoon goes by. The calico breathes slowly, the ducklings breathe quickly, and between them the hammock sways gently. It is a very good place to be on a slow day.

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