Sick animals in winter

Man and cat are sick at the same time. It’s either psychic connection or norovirus jumping species. They both puke on the rug. Only one of them has a doctor. The doctor prescribes a liquid diet. A pitbull crosses the doctor’s waiting room on a stretcher. 

Man and cat take similar medicines to feel better. They both suffer from stress. The blizzard had altered routines, concealed hunting grounds. The doctor recommends an aerosol for “enhanced serenity.” Each patient makes room on the bed for the other. They don’t go outside for a while.

Nursing staff is busy. Smooth peanut butter. Cold fresh water. Cuddles. Wet food. Dry food. Bowls to be washed. Bathroom movements to track. Heavy petting. WebMD. 

Man diagnosed cat, which saved cat’s life. Man’s diagnosis remains elusive. Not fair that one patient should recuperate faster than the other. Hot showers help relieve man’s nausea. Tongue laps puddles from the bathtub, wet paws sink into the mat. Man sweats through two blankets and a bedsheet. Cat curls up beside him, smelling of snow.

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