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Grandpa Walked the Pumpkin Rows With Pebble Right Behind Him

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Orange pumpkins dot the muddy field on every side as Grandpa strolls down the row in a cream cable-knit cardigan, eyes lowered to the ground. Pebble follows close behind, her round gray face turned toward the camera and her golden eyes bright. Fallen vines and curled leaves crunch underfoot, and a worn fence and a few rooftops lie in the gray autumn distance.

The sky is overcast, and the whole patch has the hush of late October. His glasses and brown slacks look right for a day among pumpkins, and Pebble walks with the quiet confidence of a cat who has decided this is her patch too.

A cat out among pumpkins deserves a little supervision. Fields can have hidden hazards like sharp stems, pesticide residue, and mud that clings to paws and fur, so wipe her feet and check her coat afterward. Keep her on a harness and leash, since an open field is full of distractions and she may bolt. Pumpkin itself is not toxic to cats, but a cat should not chew on stems or leaves, and carved pumpkins left outside can grow mold. The Exotic Shorthair's thick coat can trap burrs, so brush her gently when you get home.

Which pumpkin comes home is a decision for later. For now they are just enjoying the walk, one slow step at a time.

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