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Grandpa Cast His Line Off the Old Dock. Pepper Already Had Plans for the Catch.

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A long bamboo fishing pole stretches out over the water, and Grandpa Kenji is settled on the old wooden dock with a satisfied smile. He wears a navy sweater vest over a light blue shirt, tinted glasses shading his eyes from the bright day. Front and center, Pepper has planted herself on the planks beside a mossy post, curly black coat gleaming and enormous ears tipped forward. Her golden eyes stare straight ahead with an intensity that suggests she has strong opinions about what comes out of that water. A pale house, potted plants and more pilings line the waterfront behind them.

Fishing trips with a cat can be charming, but the gear brings serious risks. Fish hooks are a common cause of injuries in pets that bat at dangling lines or try to eat bait, and a swallowed hook needs immediate veterinary attention. Keep tackle boxes closed, bait covered and lines reeled in whenever you are not watching closely. Raw fish from lakes may carry parasites, so it is not the best treat. Docks are also slippery, and a Devon Rex's thin coat means a fall into cold water would chill her quickly, so a harness and leash make the outing much safer.

Fishing is a calm, patient hobby that many older adults treasure, offering quiet time outdoors and the gentle thrill of a bite.

Kenji may be the one holding the rod, but Pepper clearly considers herself the official taster. Any fish today will have to pass her inspection.

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