Meet Honey, a duck who lives in a small town in Washington with her family, their dogs, and other ducks. Honey was born with a kink in her neck because a previous caretaker didn’t provide enough nutrients during incubation. Fortunately, this condition isn’t painful, and as her mom, Alma Ackermann, told The Dodo, Honey lives a “healthy, happy life.” However, Honey’s disability has led the other ducks to exclude her from mealtimes and social activities. To ensure Honey didn’t feel too lonely, Ackermann introduced her to the 4-week-old puppies she was raising. She wasn’t sure how they would interact but decided it was worth a try. To her delight, Honey and the puppies were instantly smitten with each other. When they first met, the puppies jumped around Honey, sniffing her and wagging their tails. Honey seemed overwhelmed with joy at the affection they showed her. “She just wanted to love them,” Ackermann shared. Ackermann believes one reason for their bond is their similar height. Due to the kink in her neck, Honey can’t stretch as tall as the other ducks, but she and the puppies are at the same level. Additionally, Honey has always had a sweet, puppy-like personality, making her fit right in. She loves running up to people to greet them, just like a puppy. Now, Honey spends time with the puppies every day, caring for them and grooming them like a mother would. “[She] feels like [their] mommy,” Ackermann said. Honey has even adopted some puppy-like behaviors. When excited, she wags her tail, much like her canine friends. Seeing Honey embrace the puppies has been heartwarming for Ackermann. Despite not feeling included by her own kind, the puppies gave Honey a chance to feel loved. “I always say, every animal deserves a chance,” Ackermann said.