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Grandma Was Shoveling the Driveway. Her Helper Found the Snowbank Instead.

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Snow blankets the yard, the driveway needs clearing, and Grandma is on the job in her trusty cream cardigan and winter boots. Glasses perched on her nose, she pushes a wide shovel across the slushy pavement while glancing over at her helper. Maple, meanwhile, has decided that snowbanks are for playing in. The calico is bounding through a deep drift, front paws up and powder flying, her face caught between surprise and delight. Behind them, a cream house with a blue front door, a gray trash bin and a snow-dusted wooden fence finish the wintry scene.

Shoveling snow is real physical work, and it can be strenuous, especially for older adults. Taking frequent breaks, pushing snow rather than lifting heavy loads, wearing boots with good traction and dressing in warm layers are all sensible steps. Anyone with heart or joint concerns should talk with their doctor about whether shoveling is safe or whether to ask for help. As for cats, short snow adventures can be fun, but cats get cold quickly. Wipe their paws afterward to remove snow, ice and any de-icing salts, which can irritate pads and are harmful if licked. Pet-safe ice melt is a good choice for homes with animals.

Bringing an indoor cat back inside to warm up after a few minutes is the best way to keep the fun from turning chilly.

The driveway may take all morning, but Maple has clearly found the best part of winter.

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