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Grandpa Headed to the Farmers Market for Tomatoes. He Brought a Very Unusual Shopper.

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Wooden tables piled with baskets of lemons, cucumbers, tomatoes, and greens line the grassy market lot, and canvas tote bags hang from the stalls. Grandpa Earl wanders between them with Peaches held upright against his shoulder, her long pink body stretched out and her back legs dangling down toward his belt. He's smiling softly at her, while she gazes off toward the produce with wide amber eyes and both ears standing at attention, taking in all the unfamiliar sights and smells. A water bottle, a potted plant, and a few folded towels sit near the tables, and trees and a fence line the edge of the market.

Busy outdoor markets can be overwhelming for many cats, with crowds, strange noises, other animals, and a world of new scents. Some confident, social cats handle it well, and the Sphynx is often described as outgoing and curious, but every cat is an individual. If you bring a cat to a public place, a secure harness and leash or a well-ventilated carrier is essential, since a startled cat can bolt in an instant. Keep outings short, watch for signs of stress like flattened ears or a twitching tail, and head home if your cat seems uneasy. For a Sphynx, shade and a light layer help protect sensitive skin from sun and breezes.

Earl came for fresh vegetables, but it's clear his favorite part of the trip is the company in his arms. Peaches, meanwhile, seems to be shopping with her eyes.

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