Two Garden Inspectors Showed Up Before the Seeds Did

The vegetable patch is still bare, but these two garden inspectors are already on the job. A seal point Birman with deep blue eyes and white-gloved front paws rests her chest on the wooden edge of the bed. The golden puppy, Biscuit, has his chin propped up beside her, looking up with big, bright eyes. Loose soil, a few tiny seedlings, and a terra cotta pot fill the ground around them.

Birmans are medium to large, longhaired cats known for their blue eyes and white paws, which look like little socks. They are usually described as gentle and sociable. Her silky coat tangles less than some other long-haired breeds, but it still benefits from regular brushing.

Gardens are exciting places for pets, and also a place to be careful. Some common plants, including lilies, which are especially dangerous to cats, as well as certain bulbs and other ornamentals, can be toxic if chewed. Fertilizers, mulch, and pest products can also be harmful. Before letting animals roam, check what is growing and what has been applied, and ask your vet or a poison control line if you suspect a pet has eaten something.

For now, the only crop here is cuteness. Two curious faces rest on the same board, sniffing the spring air and waiting to see whether anything interesting pops out of the ground.