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Grandpa Went Out to Shovel the Driveway. The Hairless Cat Followed Him Into the Snow.

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Snow has buried the front walk, and Clarence is out there in his green cable-knit cardigan with a black shovel, grinning like he has just heard the best joke of the winter. The joke is probably Moonpie. The bare grey Sphynx is mid-pounce in the fresh powder, front paws splayed and tail curled, as if every scoop of snow is a toy tossed just for her. Behind them, the blue-grey house, a snow-dusted wreath of greenery and a glowing doorway promise a warm kitchen once the work is done.

A scene like this is sweet, but it is also a good reminder that hairless cats and cold weather need careful handling. Without a coat of fur, a Sphynx can lose body heat quickly, so any time in the snow should be very short and closely supervised. Many owners keep a soft sweater nearby and dry their cat off with a warm towel the moment they come back inside. Snow-melting salts and chemicals on driveways can irritate paw pads and are not something a pet should lick, so wiping feet after a winter outing is a smart habit for cats and dogs alike. If a pet seems to be shivering, sluggish or unusually cold to the touch, bring them in to warm up and talk to your vet.

Clarence will probably finish the driveway in twice the usual time, and judging by that smile, he would not have it any other way.

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