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Elderly couple sitting by a window wrapping a grey Russian Blue cat in a cream knitted blanket, rain boots by the door. 18 / 31

The Rainy Walk Was Over. Grandma and Grandpa Had One Soggy Cat to Warm Up.

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Rain is still pattering against the window, and dripping coats hang from the rack by the door beside a pair of muddy rubber boots and a black umbrella. Inside, the walk is over and the warming-up has begun. Grandma, in a green cardigan, cradles a cream knitted blanket around a damp, slightly spiky-furred Misty, while Grandpa, in a plaid shirt, reaches in to help tuck the edges snug. Only her face peeks out, green eyes wide and ears tipped back, looking a little indignant about the weather.

Most cats are not fans of getting wet, and many will make their opinion very clear. The Russian Blue's thick double coat does offer some protection, but a wet cat can still get chilled, especially an older cat. If your cat gets caught in the rain, gently towel-dry the fur, paying attention to the belly and paws, and let them warm up somewhere cozy and draft-free. Avoid using a hot hair dryer, since the noise and heat can frighten or burn. Check paws for mud or debris, and keep an eye out for signs that your cat is feeling unwell. If you have any concerns, talk to your vet.

Some weather is best enjoyed from the inside of a warm blanket. Misty may not have appreciated the rain, but she is surely enjoying the cuddles that came afterward, and soon she will be dry, fluffy, and fast asleep.

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