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The Driveway Was Buried in Snow, and Grandma Edie's Helper Went Straight for the Drift

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The first big snow has buried the driveway, and Grandma Edie is out with her black shovel, bundled in a green quilted vest, a cream sweater, jeans, boots, and work gloves. She is laughing as she pushes into the drift, because Miso has joined the effort in her own way. The Siamese is plowing straight through a snowbank in the foreground, one front paw reaching forward, her coat looking extra thick and fluffy, her blue eyes wide as snowflakes cling to her whiskers. Behind them, a mailbox, a snowy house front, and evergreen trees dusted in white complete the wintry morning.

Some cats are surprisingly curious about snow, but cats lose heat quickly and can get chilled, especially when their fur gets wet. Short, supervised play is best, followed by a warm towel and a cozy spot inside. Ice-melting salts and chemicals on driveways can irritate paw pads and are harmful if licked off, so wiping paws after time outside is a smart habit. Antifreeze is especially dangerous to cats because even a small amount can be deadly, so keep it sealed and clean up any spills right away. In very cold weather, indoor play is the safer choice.

Edie will clear the walk, and Miso will likely come inside with snow clumped on her paws and a very pleased look on her face. A mug of something warm and a blanket by the window will finish off the morning nicely.

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