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A White Cat Takes a Ride on a Bulldog's Back Across the Yard

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A white Bulldog walks across a patch of grass with his wrinkled face set in a serious expression, and perched on his back, a white cat sits upright like a captain on deck. The cat's green eyes are fixed on something ahead, and her tail is curled around her paws. Behind them, a wooden fence, a glowing lantern and some leafy plants lend a warm evening feel. Fallen leaves dot the grass. They look completely at ease with this arrangement.

English Bulldogs are calm, gentle dogs with a sturdy, muscular build and a famously stubborn streak. Because of their short noses and heavy bodies, they overheat easily and do best with short walks and cool, shady rest. Cats love high places because it helps them feel safe and gives them a good view, and a friendly dog's back can look like a very good perch. In real life, a cat should never be asked to ride a dog, as a fall or a startled dog could cause injury, and it's best to leave this one to the imagination.

As an imaginary scene, it is hard to beat. The dog walks with calm dignity, and the cat sits as if she's done this many times before. Every journey is better with a good view. The lantern glows, the leaves crunch and the yard slowly slides by, all of it carried along at one very stately Bulldog pace.

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