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Earl Went Out to Check His Pumpkins. A Small White Inspector Came Too.

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Autumn has arrived in Earl's backyard, and the pumpkin vines have gone wild. Bright orange pumpkins of every size are scattered among broad green leaves and dry, curling stems, and Earl is making his way down the row in his work pants and plaid shirt, suspenders snug over his shoulders. He looks down with a big, warm grin, because Pearl is trotting right at his heel, white tail held high like a flag. She glances up at the camera with her golden eyes as if to say she personally supervised every pumpkin's growth this season. A weathered fence, potted herbs, and fallen leaves complete the scene.

Fall gardens are full of fun for curious cats, but a few seasonal items deserve a second look. Plain pumpkin is not toxic to cats, and small amounts of plain cooked pumpkin are sometimes suggested for digestion, though you should check with your vet first. The bigger concerns this time of year are things like moldy or rotting produce, garden chemicals, and decorative items such as candles inside carved jack-o'-lanterns. Some common garden plants can also be harmful to cats if chewed, so it is worth looking up anything new before planting. Keeping fertilizers and pest treatments stored away makes the yard a safer place to roam.

Earl may be planning pies and porch decorations, but Pearl just seems to enjoy the walk. It is harvest season, the air is crisp, and her favorite person is right beside her. That is reason enough to keep that tail up high.

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