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Dottie Was Shoveling the Walk When Part of the Snowbank Started Moving

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Fresh snow has buried the front walk, piling up in soft drifts along the edge of the lawn and the bare winter shrubs. Dottie is out in her chunky cardigan, gray gloves, and rubber boots, silver hair twisted up in a messy bun, pushing a black snow shovel through the powder. She's laughing down at the snowbank, because Pearl has turned it into a playground. The white cat crouches in the drift with one paw raised, nearly invisible against the snow except for her pink nose and pale golden eyes, poised to pounce on the next falling clump.

A little snow play can be fun for a curious cat, but winter calls for some caution. Cats can get chilled quickly, especially with wet fur, so outdoor time in the snow should be short and supervised. De-icing salts and chemicals on sidewalks and driveways can irritate paw pads and are harmful if licked, so wiping a cat's feet with a damp cloth after coming inside is a good habit. Antifreeze is a serious danger because it tastes sweet to animals and is highly toxic; clean up any drips right away. A white cat in snow can also be hard to spot, so keep a close eye on her.

Pearl's snowy adventure probably won't last long before she's ready for a warm towel and a spot by the heater. But for now, Dottie has the most cheerful shoveling partner on the street.

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