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A Ruby Cavalier Sat Among the Sunflowers With a Heap of Kittens

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The evening light is golden, and a ruby Cavalier King Charles Spaniel sits among the tall sunflowers. His long, wavy ears fall past his chest, and his dark eyes gaze quietly ahead. At his chest, a pile of kittens rests in a heap: an orange one, a calico, two greys, and a black one, with one tiny face peeking out from the middle. Sunflowers glow all around and a yard fence disappears into the dusk.

Sunflowers are generally considered safe around cats and dogs, but pets can still get into trouble with sharp stalks or leftover seed heads. Kittens love hiding among plants, and a garden is a wonderful place for them to explore with supervision. Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are known for their sweet, gentle nature, and they tend to be friendly with other animals. Make sure the animals are protected from the evening chill and any hazards in the yard. Your vet can offer advice about outdoor time for kittens.

The Cavalier stays still, and the kittens huddle closer. A sunflower nods in the breeze above them. Somewhere in the distance, a bird calls. It is the sort of moment that feels as if it has been painted, with everything in place: the golden light, the red-brown dog, the little fluffy bodies, and the sunflowers watching over them all.

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