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Abuela Carmen Only Raked Three Strokes Before Mango Came Charging In

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Abuela Carmen had just started raking the patio when Mango came charging into the action. The big orange longhair bounds across the crunchy carpet of brown and gold leaves, front paws stretched out, ears forward, eyes locked on some imaginary target in the pile. His thick coat ripples as he moves. Behind him, Carmen leans on her wooden rake in a gray cardigan and floral apron, grinning broadly at the chaos. A potted succulent and a little shoe rack sit near the front door of the stucco house, and the afternoon light has a soft autumn chill to it.

Leaf piles are pure fun for cats, but fall leaf litter can hide some hazards beyond sticks and thorns. Wild mushrooms often pop up in damp leaves and shady corners during autumn, and some species are toxic to pets. Because it's hard to tell safe from dangerous types, it's best to remove any mushrooms you spot in the yard and call your vet if you think your cat ate one. Damp, decaying leaves can also grow mold. Raking regularly, keeping piles fresh and dry, and supervising outdoor play help keep autumn adventures safe for curious paws.

Mango is clearly having the time of his life, and Carmen doesn't seem to mind redoing a little raking. A crisp fall afternoon, a bouncy orange cat, and a pile of leaves are about as cheerful as autumn gets.

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