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Grandpa Held Sterling Up to the Window. The World Had Turned White Overnight.

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Outside the window, snow has dusted the fence, the bare shrubs, and every inch of the backyard. Inside, Grandpa stands in a cream cable-knit cardigan and plaid shirt, holding Sterling up beside the glass so he can get a proper look. The cat's front paws dangle over Grandpa's hands, and his wide green eyes are fixed straight ahead with a slightly startled expression, as if the whole world has turned white overnight. Grandpa smiles warmly, clearly enjoying his companion's reaction to the first real snowfall of the season.

Windows are like television for indoor cats. Birds, falling leaves, passing squirrels, and drifting snowflakes all provide valuable mental stimulation, which is especially important for cats that don't go outside. A sturdy window perch or a cat tree positioned near the glass gives them a safe, comfortable spot to watch the world. In winter, check that the area isn't too drafty, and make sure window screens and latches are secure year-round so a curious cat can't push through. A bird feeder placed outside a window can provide hours of entertainment, as long as it's positioned so birds can't easily collide with the glass.

Sterling may prefer watching the snow from indoors rather than stepping out into it. Honestly, with a warm house and a lap waiting nearby, who could blame him on a morning this cold?

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