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Grandma and Grandpa Walked the Pumpkin Patch. Misty Already Inspected Every One.

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Fall has arrived in the backyard. Orange pumpkins dot the tangled vines between drying stalks and leaves, and a blue watering can sits abandoned near the fence. Arm in arm, Grandpa in his green jacket and cap and Grandma in a cream cardigan over a plaid shirt beam with the kind of grins that come from a good harvest. In the foreground, Misty the Russian Blue tilts her face up toward them, green eyes bright and whiskers forward, as if she has personally inspected every pumpkin in the patch.

Autumn brings some seasonal pet considerations worth keeping in mind. Pumpkin itself is not toxic, and plain cooked pumpkin is sometimes used in small amounts in pet diets, but raw stems, leaves, and moldy or carved pumpkins left out for days are better kept away from curious mouths. Fall decorations like candles, corn cobs, and small ornaments can also be risky. As temperatures drop, cats appreciate warm, draft-free resting spots, and outdoor cats should come inside at night. Russian Blues tend to handle cooler weather well thanks to their dense coats, but they still enjoy a cozy blanket by the fire as much as anyone.

Picking the perfect pumpkin is serious business, and this team has clearly done their research. With Misty supervising, it will surely be the finest jack-o'-lantern on the block this year.

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