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A grandma in a cable-knit sweater shovels snow while a ruddy Abyssinian cat crouches in the snowbank, paws in the snow. 6 / 29

Grandma Ruth Was Shoveling the Driveway. Copper Dove Straight Into the Snowbank.

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A fresh blanket of snow has buried the driveway, and Grandma Ruth is out with her blue shovel, bundled in a thick cable-knit cardigan and black gloves. She pauses mid-scoop to watch her helper. Copper has thrown himself into the snowbank, crouched low with his front paws buried in the powder and his eyes narrowed in concentration, as if hunting something beneath the surface. Snow clings to his warm ruddy coat and sprays up around his legs. Behind them, a wooden garage door, a dark trash bin, and snow-covered shrubs complete the wintry suburban scene.

Abyssinians are energetic, playful cats, and some of them clearly enjoy a quick romp in new snow. But their short, fine coat offers much less protection than that of a long-haired breed, so outdoor time in winter should be brief and supervised. Watch for shivering, holding up paws, or seeking shelter, and bring them in to warm up right away. Wipe their paws when they come back inside, since road salt and de-icers can irritate pads and be harmful if licked. Antifreeze is extremely toxic, so clean any driveway spills immediately.

Copper's leap into the snow is pure play, and Ruth can't help but stop and smile. Shoveling is a chore, but this is entertainment worth pausing for.

A snowy driveway is hard work, but it goes a little easier with a playful cat bounding around beside you.

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