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White-haired grandma in a green quilted vest cradles a fluffy grey Scottish Fold cat beside farmers market produce stands. 26 / 27

Ruth Went to the Farmers Market for Apples. Everyone Noticed What She Carried.

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Bushel baskets of red apples, bright carrots, leafy greens, and potatoes line the wooden stands at the farmers market, but the best thing Ruth has picked up today is the one in her arms. She cradles Pebble against her green quilted vest, gazing down at him with a soft smile. The grey Scottish Fold looks especially fluffy, his coat full and his paws resting on her arm, his golden eyes calmly taking in the crowd. Canvas tote bags, a pair of garden gloves, and a few small pumpkins sit around the stalls, and the autumn ground is scattered with leaves.

Busy public places like markets can be overwhelming for many cats, who usually prefer familiar territory. If you do bring a cat out, a well-ventilated carrier or a secure harness and leash is much safer than carrying them loose in your arms, since a sudden noise or a passing dog can startle even a calm cat into bolting. Make sure your cat is microchipped and wears identification, just in case. Shopping for fresh produce can still benefit your pet indirectly, as small amounts of some plain cooked vegetables can be safe treats, though cats get their main nutrition from a complete cat food.

Pebble seems remarkably unbothered by all the bustle, content to be carried like the prize of the day. Ruth's shopping list can wait while she enjoys the moment.

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