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Smokey the Exotic Shorthair Carried Five Ducklings Across the Lawn

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Passengers aboard! A grey Exotic Shorthair strolls across the sunny backyard lawn with a serious, squished face and a very unusual load: five fluffy yellow ducklings are perched in a neat line along her back, balancing like tiny sunbathers. The grass is bright, a garden hose reel sits by the wall, and a wooden fence runs along the edge of the yard. We'll call the cat Smokey, and she walks as though she does this every day.

Exotic Shorthairs are often described as the easygoing cousin of the Persian. They have the same round face and gentle personality, but a shorter, plush coat that needs less grooming. They tend to be calm, affectionate, and happiest in a quiet home. Their short noses can make them prone to watery eyes, so a gentle wipe of the face can help, and your vet can check any breathing or eye concerns.

Ducklings are fragile, and a ride on a cat's back would not be safe in real life. Cats can easily hurt tiny birds, and birds can fall from a height. If you raise ducklings, keep them in a secure, warm brooder and introduce them to other pets only with careful supervision. A vet who knows poultry can guide you.

Smokey keeps her steps slow and steady, and the ducklings hold on tight. It's the smoothest ride in the yard.

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