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Earl Watered the Flowers at Sunrise. Pewter Kept a Close Watch on Him.

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A soft morning mist hangs over the yard, and Earl is crouched by the flower bed with an old metal watering can, a thin stream of water falling onto purple and pink pansies. His cap is off, his mustache white against his tan face, and his eyes are on his work. Pewter sits in the foreground with her paws together, big yellow-green eyes fixed on the camera or the flowers, the very image of a garden supervisor. A few hand tools lie on the edge of the border, and a porch and planters wait behind them.

Gardens and cats can be a lovely mix, though a few plants are dangerous. Lilies are among the most dangerous plants for cats, and even a little pollen or water from the vase can be harmful, so keep them out of any garden or home a cat uses. Other plants, such as azaleas, tulip bulbs, and oleander, can also be toxic, so it is worth checking a reliable list or asking your vet before planting. Pansies are generally considered safe, but cats can still get an upset stomach from chewing any plant. Fertilizers, slug bait, and mulch made from cocoa shells can also be poisonous, so choose pet-safe products. Russian Blues are curious and like to keep an eye on their person, so a gardening morning is a favorite. A shady spot and a bowl of fresh water are good ideas.

Earl is sure the flowers will be spectacular this year. Pewter has given the whole project her careful approval.

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