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Pepper Splashed Right In While Pumpkin Frowned at the Water

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Water flies as a small Yorkshire Terrier and a red tabby Exotic Shorthair paw at a shallow creek. The Yorkie's ears stand up and his front paws kick up a spray, while the round-faced orange cat stares at the water with a frown that looks almost suspicious. Smooth rocks, brown leaves and mossy banks line the stream, and a hint of green grass leans over from above. Every droplet catches the light, and the whole creek seems to sparkle around their paws, which makes the scene lively.

We could call them Pepper and Pumpkin. Pepper dives right in, and Pumpkin keeps her expression unimpressed even while her paws are wet. It is a fun team of one daredevil and one reluctant adventurer.

Most cats avoid water, but some find shallow, moving streams fascinating, and a curious one may enjoy dipping a paw. Exotic Shorthairs have flat faces, so they should not be pushed into water, and they are happiest as indoor cats. Yorkshire Terriers love adventure, but their small bodies cool quickly, so dry them well with a towel after splashing. Before letting pets near natural water, check for fast currents, sharp rocks, algae blooms and parasites, and avoid stagnant water. Talk to your vet about vaccines and prevention for outdoor activities, and always supervise closely around streams.

Pepper is having the time of his life, and Pumpkin is pretending not to be impressed.

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