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The First Snow Started Falling, and Grandpa Didn't Want His Sphynx to Miss It

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Snow is falling softly outside, dusting the bare trees and rooftops across the street, and Clarence wants to make sure Moonpie does not miss a flake. He holds her up against the window glass, both hands supporting her chest, while she stands tall with her front paws tucked and her pale green eyes wide. His face, framed by a cream cardigan and a short grey beard, is pure gentle delight as he watches her watch the world. A small potted plant sits on the sill, and the cozy room behind them glows warm compared to the white chill outside.

For a hairless cat, a snowy day is best enjoyed exactly like this: from the warm side of the glass. Sphynx cats feel the cold far more than furry breeds, so indoor temperatures, soft blankets and heated or self-warming beds become extra important in winter. Drafty spots near doors and windows can get chilly, so many owners place a fleece throw or a cat bed in a sunny, draft-free corner. Window watching is still a terrific source of enrichment, offering movement, light and plenty to look at. When lifting a cat, supporting both the chest and the back end, as Clarence is doing, helps the cat feel secure and reduces wriggling.

Moonpie gets the view, Clarence gets the joy of sharing it, and the snow keeps falling just for the two of them.

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