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An elderly man in a tan vest laughs while raking leaves as a tuxedo cat leaps mid-air into the pile by the front door. 22 / 22

Grandpa Ken Finally Finished Raking the Leaves. Then Domino Saw the Pile.

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All that raking was going so well. Grandpa Ken stands at the front doorstep in a tan sweater vest and plaid shirt, rake in hand, laughing out loud as Domino launches himself straight at the leaf pile. The tuxedo cat is caught mid-air, front legs spread wide, white paws out, tail high, and eyes round with pure excitement. Golden maple and oak leaves fly up around him. Behind them, the open doorway reveals a cozy entry with slippers on the mat, a basket of blankets, a big leafy houseplant, and framed pictures on the wall.

Leaf piles are irresistible to many pets, and a little play in them is good exercise. Cats pounce and dig because it mimics hunting, and crunchy leaves make it all the more fun. Still, it's worth a quick check before letting a pet dive in. Piles can hide sticks, thorny branches, garden tools, or even small wildlife. Damp leaves can grow mold, and some yards have been treated with fertilizers or pesticides, which pets shouldn't lick off their fur. Keep rakes and other sharp tools pointed down and set aside when not in use, so nobody steps on a tine.

Ken will have to rake that pile all over again, but judging by his grin, he doesn't mind a bit. Autumn chores go faster when they come with a show.

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