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Grandpa Dropped the Needle on His Favorite Old Record. Then Came the Request.

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A vinyl record turns on a vintage portable player, its lid propped open on a little wooden table, and a long row of album sleeves leans in a crate below. Grandpa Gus has settled back in his worn armchair, plaid shirt and suspenders as always, smiling down with pure delight. Pearl sits in his lap, upright and regal, her ears tipped back slightly as if she's tuning in to the melody. A mug of coffee, a pair of glasses, and a stack of books crowd the table, while plants and picture frames fill the shelves of the warm, lived-in living room.

Cats can respond to sound in interesting ways. Their hearing is much more sensitive than ours, especially to higher pitches, so very loud music can be uncomfortable for them. Keeping the volume moderate and letting your cat choose whether to stay or leave the room is the kindest approach. Many owners notice their cats seem relaxed by soft, mellow music, and the quiet hiss and crackle of an old record may simply blend into the cozy background. Turntables do have a few cat hazards: spinning platters, delicate needles, and dangling cords can tempt a curious paw, so it's wise to keep the player on a stable surface and close the lid when not in use.

Gus picked the record, but Pearl picked the best seat to hear it from. As the needle drifts toward the end of side one, neither of them looks in any rush to flip it over.

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