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Grandpa Was Planning His Next Checkers Move. The Cat Had Opinions

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The checkerboard rests on a weathered table, red and black pieces scattered in rows, and Harold studies it with a hand hovering over his next move. His white beard is neat and his plaid shirt is faded and soft. Right in the foreground, Smoky fills the corner of the picture, a big silver Maine Coon with golden eyes and tufted ears, looking out at the yard rather than the game. Potted plants, a wooden rail, and the soft evening light of a back porch finish the scene.

A cat on the table is a classic during board games, and many cats are drawn to the attention, the movement of pieces, and the warm human company. Maine Coons are sociable and usually enjoy being near their people, even during quiet activities. The trouble is that small game pieces can be swallowed or batted off the table, so keep an eye out and give her a toy of her own. Offering a soft cushion on a nearby chair gives a cat a spot to watch without taking over the board. Check with your vet if your cat chews on non-food items, since that habit can sometimes signal a need for more play or a health issue.

Harold is deep in thought and Smoky is deep in her own thoughts, whatever they may be. The game will wait and the evening is slow, and neither of them looks inclined to hurry.

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