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Grandpa Dozed Off in His Recliner. Someone Took the Night Shift on the Armrest.

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The television screen is dark, a cup of tea sits half finished on the side table, and Grandpa Kenji has nodded off in his brown recliner. He leans back with his eyes closed and his glasses still on, wearing a cable-knit sweater vest over a checked shirt, hands resting loosely on his lap. On the wide armrest, Pepper sits upright and alert, her wavy black coat catching the light, oversized ears pricked and golden eyes staring straight ahead. A basket of yarn, a tissue box, framed photos and a stack of books make the living room feel snug and well loved.

Many cats like to stay near their people while they rest, and some take up a watchful position nearby. Devon Rex cats in particular are known for being people-oriented and often want to be wherever their owner is. Recliners, however, come with a hidden hazard: cats sometimes crawl underneath or into the mechanism, and closing the footrest can pinch a paw or tail. Checking under the chair before moving it is a simple habit that prevents accidents. Offering a cushioned perch or blanket next to the recliner gives a cat a safe spot to stay close.

A short afternoon nap can be refreshing for older adults, and waking up to a familiar furry face is a lovely way to come back to the day.

Pepper takes her guard duty seriously. Kenji can sleep as long as he likes, because someone is keeping watch.

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