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A Silver Cat Keeps Five Ducklings Cozy by a Frosty Window

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Ice crystals spread across the windowpane like ferns, and in front of the glass a silver-gray cat sits on a chunky knit blanket with five ducklings at her paws. The cat has a thick, shaggy coat and a calm, thoughtful face. The ducklings huddle close together, with a few gazing outward and a few facing in. A small potted plant sits on the sill, and a lamp throws a warm yellow glow across the corner of the room. Outside it is clearly very cold.

Window frost happens when moisture in the indoor air freezes on cold glass, and it makes beautiful patterns. For pets, winter often means more indoor time, so it helps to keep things interesting with new toys, window perches and gentle play. Many long-haired cats, like Norwegian Forest Cats, enjoy cold weather thanks to their thick coats, but they still love a warm blanket. Ducklings need a heated brooder at the right temperature, and they should never be left in a cold room. If you have any doubts about caring for baby birds, a vet or local farm supply store can help.

The cold outside seems far away in this corner. The lamp, the blanket and the silver cat's warm fur make a snug little island, and the ducklings are right in the middle of it. Whatever the thermometer outside says, it seems to be a perfectly soft, quiet afternoon in here.

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