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Grandpa and Pebble Shared a Bench Along the Beach Boardwalk

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Grandpa smiles down at Pebble from a wooden bench on the beach boardwalk, his hands resting in his lap. Pebble sits upright beside his knee, her round gray face tilted up and golden eyes warm. A weathered railing, a stretch of sandy shore, and a tote bag with a travel mug sit behind them in the pale sea light.

The wind has probably tousled his hair a little, and the boards are worn smooth by countless feet. Pebble looks calm and unbothered, as if she has been a seaside cat all her life.

A boardwalk visit with a cat needs planning. Use a secure carrier or harness and leash, since gaps in the boards and unfamiliar noises can startle her. Salt air and hot sun can be tough on a thick-coated, flat-faced cat, so bring water and take breaks in the shade. Do not let her drink seawater or eat anything she finds on the sand. Hot boards can burn paws on summer days, so check the surface first. Short trips are best, and your vet can offer advice if she is new to outings.

The sea will keep rolling in, and the two of them are in no hurry to leave. A bench and a view are enough for a good afternoon. Later there will be a warm drink from the travel mug and a quiet walk back to the car, and the day will have felt wonderfully long.

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