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Grandma Edie Brought the Brush Out to the Back Steps. Pebble Knew the Drill.

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The back steps are weathered and gray, much like the two characters sitting on them. Grandma Edie leans forward in her cardigan, glasses low, running a small oval bristle brush down Pebble's back in long, slow strokes. Pebble sits with his eyes narrowed in contentment and his chin tilted slightly up, the classic face of a cat who has decided this is acceptable. A potted aloe sits near the doorway, a pair of sneakers is parked by the mat, and the afternoon has that soft, overcast light that makes everything look calm.

Regular brushing is one of the simplest things you can do for a cat's health and comfort. It removes loose hair, which means less shedding around the house and fewer hairballs, and it spreads natural oils through the coat. Short-haired cats usually do well with a brushing once or twice a week, while long-haired cats may need it daily to prevent mats. Brushing sessions are also a good time to check for lumps, scabs, fleas, or tender spots. Keep sessions short and positive, ending before the cat gets restless, and many cats will come to look forward to it.

Pebble certainly seems to be a fan. Every few strokes, he leans a little more into the brush, and by the end of this session he will probably be as smooth and shiny as a river stone. Grandma Edie does not mind taking her time. Neither does he.

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