When times are stressful, the animals of HCN are here to help
Take a mental health break and indulge in some photos of our favorite nonhumans.
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Did someone say cheese? (George)
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It’s been a week. I’m just gonna Netflix and chill. (Ocho)
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Is it me or do those cliffs look like my ears? (Arlo)
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Your employer thinks I’m going to let you work from home without interruption? Ahahahahaha (Lou)
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You seem stressed. Can I make you a cup of tea? (Chuck)
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Have you taken a moment to bask in the sun today? (Kitters)
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Does this sweater make me look prickly? (Cleolinda)
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Remote schooling is definitely not something I’ve tried before. (Fish)
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I’m trying to make fetch happen. (Cooper)
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I'm pretty sure I’m the Tiger King. (Grayson)
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Hi, I’m Lauren, and I’m running for Cat Emperor Overlord.
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After this let’s get back in the car for a long ride! (Luna)
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This year has been like herding kittens! (Tommy, Lil, Dill & Phil)
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Maeby I’ll get out of bed today. Or Maeby we should both stay here? (Maeby)
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So what happened?? We’re on the edge of our seats! (Magnus and Matilda)
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This election season was nothing to crow about. (Honey Penny)
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If you want to chat, I’m all ears. (Rhubarb)
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Why else would you shop online? (Ms. Kitty)
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No, this WAS your piano. Now, it’s my bed. (Quiddity)
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If you have a pet, your pet definitely needs a pet. (Tinker and Rain)
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I decided to get a tag that looks like my favorite cat. (Stanley)
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I’m trying to get out of bed but this puppy won’t let me. (Stella)
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I don't care if it's quarantine times, I'm still going camping! (Pepe)
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I can walk myself, okay? Just as soon as I figure out how to get off of this table. (Toho)
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I’m fine. Everything’s fine. Why do you ask? (Sticky)
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Winnie wore it better. (Winifred)
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I woke up like this. (Walter)
Courtesy of Paige Blankenbuehler, associate editor
Thumbnail photo of Ocho by his human companion Roberto (Bear) Guerra. Email High Country News at [email protected] or submit a letter to the editor.