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Everyone at the Farmers Market Kept Stopping to Look at Opal's Arms

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Baskets of red tomatoes, piles of cucumbers and zucchini, and bunches of fresh greens line the wooden stalls at the little farmers market, and Opal is strolling past them with the best find of the day already in her arms. She cradles Butterscotch against her chest like a giant ginger muff, his long fur fanning out over her green cardigan and floral blouse. He gazes off toward the produce with calm amber eyes, his fluffy paws dangling, looking like a king being carried through his marketplace. Opal grins behind her glasses, her curly grey hair glowing in the late light, and a canvas tent stands at the edge of the market.

Outings to busy places can be fun for very relaxed cats, but they're stressful for many. Crowds, dogs, and sudden noises can startle even a calm cat, and a startled cat can wriggle free and bolt in seconds. If your cat comes along on errands, a secure carrier or a well-fitted harness and leash is much safer than carrying them loose. Make sure they're microchipped with up-to-date contact information too. At home, a cat can still enjoy the market haul. Small bits of plain cooked vegetables like zucchini or green beans are safe treats for many cats, though they're not a necessary part of the diet.

Butterscotch seems to be enjoying the attention from every passerby. For Opal, the market is always more fun with her favorite shopping companion.

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