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Grandpa Lit the First Fire of Winter. His Hairless Cat Knew Exactly Where to Go.

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Flames leap up from the logs in the old stone fireplace, sending warm light across the room and into the window glass. Grandpa Earl has pulled a big patchwork quilt around his shoulders in soft blues and creams, and he gazes down with a gentle, thoughtful look. Nestled in the folds on his lap is Peaches, her bare pink skin glowing in the firelight, front paws neatly crossed and her pale green eyes calm and content. Her long tail curls along the quilt's edge, and a pile of glowing embers spills from the hearth just a few feet away.

If any cat appreciates a fireplace, it's a Sphynx. These nearly hairless cats feel the cold more than furry breeds, and many owners notice them seeking out sunny windows, warm laundry, and the coziest spot near any heat source. That instinct means extra caution around fire. Always keep a sturdy screen in front of an open fireplace, since bare skin can be burned by sparks or by sitting too close to hot surfaces. Space heaters should be pet-safe models with tip-over protection and kept out of reach. Warm bedding, cat sweaters, and heated pet beds designed for animals are safer ways to keep a hairless cat comfortable on chilly nights. Ask your vet about safe warming options.

Earl's quilt and the crackle of the fire make for a perfect winter evening. Peaches clearly agrees, and from the look of her, she has no plans to move until spring.

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