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A grandma in glasses sprays a dark car with a hose while a black Maine Coon cat lunges toward the stream of water. 6 / 24

Grandma Nell Turned On the Hose to Wash the Car. Onyx Took It Personally.

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The driveway is slick and shining, and the dark car is dripping from roof to tires. Nell crouches by the rear wheel in her denim shirt and round glasses, braid hanging over her shoulder, aiming the hose at the side panel with a delighted grin. But the real show is happening right in front of her. Onyx has leapt into the action, his huge black body stretched mid-lunge, one front paw reaching out toward the arc of spraying water, his bushy tail flung up behind him. His golden eyes are wide with excitement, and his shaggy coat is starting to get damp at the edges. He seems to have decided the water stream is a creature that needs catching.

Maine Coons are often described as unusually fond of water compared to many other cats. Many owners report their Maine Coons dipping paws into water bowls, playing in sinks, or showing curiosity at bath time, and the breed's thick, water-resistant coat is thought to have helped their ancestors in wet, snowy climates. Still, every cat is an individual, and play should always be on the cat's terms. Never spray a cat directly, and keep them away from car shampoos and cleaning products, which can irritate skin or upset a stomach if licked off fur. Towel off a soaked cat afterward and let them dry somewhere warm.

Onyx will likely leave the driveway with damp paws and a very proud swagger. Nell's car may end up with a few muddy prints on the door, but judging by her smile, that is a small price for this much fun.

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