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Grandpa Earl Went Out to Water the Flowers. One of Them Had Fur.

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Golden evening light filters through the garden as Earl crouches beside a flower bed, tilting a dented metal watering can over the soil. He wears his olive work shirt and overalls, with work gloves and boots tossed aside nearby. His smile is soft and patient, because the flowers have company. Duchess sits right in the middle of the bed among pink petunias, purple blooms, and sprigs of rosemary, her long white fur glowing and her striking eyes staring directly ahead. She seems entirely unbothered by the water dripping nearby, as long as none of it lands on her.

Gardens are wonderful places for supervised cat time, but it pays to know which plants are safe. Some common garden flowers and plants can be harmful to cats. Lilies are particularly dangerous, since even small amounts of pollen can cause serious kidney problems. Others to research include tulips, daffodils, azaleas, and foxglove. Petunias and rosemary are generally considered safe for cats, but it is always wise to check before planting. Fertilizers, weed killers, and slug pellets can also be toxic, so store them securely and keep cats away from freshly treated areas. If you suspect your cat has eaten a toxic plant, call your vet right away.

With water in the can and a fluffy friend among the blooms, Earl's evening garden routine looks just about perfect. Duchess may be the prettiest flower in the bed, and she probably knows it.

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