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The Silver Tabby Hosted a Picnic and Three Tiny Guests Came

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A red and white gingham blanket is spread out on the floor like a picnic, and the guests of honor have arrived. A silver tabby lies with her paws stretched out and her face turned toward the light, while three yellow chicks sit snug against her front legs. Behind them are a plant, a pair of shoes by the door, and a window glowing with afternoon sun.

The silver tabby look comes from the classic tabby pattern, which is one of the most common in domestic cats. The distinctive "M" marking on the forehead is a feature of nearly all tabbies, and stripes, swirls, and spots all fall under the same umbrella. Tabbies are not a breed but a coat type, so their personalities cover the whole range, from lap cats to adventurers.

Cats love to sit on anything that has been laid out on the floor, from newspapers to freshly folded laundry. A blanket is irresistible because it is soft, it has edges, and it marks out a space that is clearly theirs. Chicks appreciate a soft surface too, as their feet can slip on bare floors. If you ever raise chicks, ask a poultry expert about safe bedding and temperatures, and wash your hands after handling them.

The picnic menu is not clear, but it does not seem to matter. Everyone is full of calm, and the cat appears to be enjoying the company as much as the sunlight.

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