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Grandpa Ken Picked Apples From the Top. Domino Worked From the Ground.

AI imagetuxedo catapple orchardautumn harvest

The branches hang heavy with red apples, and Grandpa Ken has one in his hand, reaching up to twist it free. He kneels in the orchard grass in a brown V-neck sweater over a dark plaid shirt, his face calm and pleased in the soft, hazy light. Below him, Domino is on a mission of his own, crouched low with his nose pressed to a fallen apple, white paws tucked into the leaves. Windfalls are scattered all around them, and rows of fruit trees fade into the misty background. Ken is harvesting from the top down, Domino from the ground up.

Cats explore the world nose-first, and an orchard is full of interesting smells, from ripe fruit to visiting wildlife. A small taste of apple flesh isn't usually a problem for cats, though they are meat eaters and get nothing they need from fruit. The seeds, stems, and leaves of apple trees contain compounds that can be harmful to pets, so it's best to keep cats from chewing on them. Fallen fruit can also ferment and attract wasps and yellow jackets, which may sting a curious nose. If your cat seems unwell after an orchard outing, talk to your vet.

Domino's investigation will probably continue long after the basket is full. Ken doesn't seem to mind, since every harvest is better with a helper, even one who prefers sniffing to picking.

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