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Opal Went Looking for the Best Orange Thing in the Pumpkin Patch

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Opal has come out to the backyard pumpkin patch with a canvas tote over her shoulder, and she's barely gotten past the first row. Butterscotch, her big orange longhaired cat, has stepped right into her path and is strolling along the vines with his plumed tail held high, his amber eyes glancing back at the camera as if he's giving the tour. Opal follows, smiling down at him through her reading glasses, her cloud of curly grey hair catching the sunlight. She wears a soft tan cardigan over a blue tee and jeans. Bright orange pumpkins lie scattered among the leaves, and a wooden fence and potted plants border the garden.

An orange domestic longhair isn't a specific breed but a general term for a longhaired cat of mixed ancestry. That means personalities vary widely, though many orange cats have a reputation for being friendly and outgoing. Fun fact: the gene for orange fur is carried on the X chromosome, which is why the majority of orange cats are male. A long coat like Butterscotch's looks gorgeous but tangles easily, especially after outdoor adventures among leaves and vines. Brushing several times a week helps prevent mats and cuts down on hairballs, and it's a good chance to check for burrs or ticks after time outside.

Opal will find her perfect pumpkin eventually, but Butterscotch is in no rush. Next to all that orange, he blends right in, and he seems to know it.

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