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Jasper Got Caught in the Rain. Grandpa Knew Exactly What to Do.

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Raindrops streak down the window, and a wet umbrella and coat hang dripping from the hooks by the door. A pair of muddy sneakers sits on the floor below. Grandpa, in a cream cable-knit cardigan and black-rimmed glasses, stands close to the window holding a precious bundle. Wrapped snugly in a knitted blanket, with only a damp, spiky-furred head and one paw peeking out, is Jasper the Bengal. Grandpa looks down at him with a soft, tender smile while Jasper blinks back, looking slightly put out but very cozy.

Even cats who enjoy water, as many Bengals do, can get chilled after a soaking in cold rain. Towel-drying gently and wrapping a cat in a warm blanket is a good first step. Afterward, it is a nice opportunity for a quick once-over. Check the paws for mud, small stones, or cuts, look inside the ears, and run your hands through the coat to feel for anything unusual. If your cat spends time outdoors, ask your vet about protection against fleas and ticks. Keep the cat in a warm, draft-free room until fully dry, and offer fresh water and a familiar resting spot.

The rain will pass, the blanket will be washed, and Jasper will soon be back to his usual adventurous self. For now, though, there is nowhere he would rather be than in Grandpa's arms, warm, dry, and safe.

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