The Tiny Reindeer Sweater Fit. The Kitten Had Questions.
Somebody knitted a sweater small enough for a kitten, and this tortoiseshell is wearing it with a look of serious, slightly baffled dignity. The cream wool has a brown reindeer pattern across the chest, and her wide hazel eyes stare straight ahead as if she's waiting to see whether anyone will laugh. Behind her the couch has disappeared under blankets, scraps of red wrapping paper and a scatter of open boxes, the happy mess of a house in the middle of Christmas morning.
Tortoiseshell cats, with their swirl of black, orange and brown, have a reputation for being feisty and full of opinions, though every cat is an individual. As for clothing, most cats don't need it, and many dislike it. If you want a festive photo, keep it short, pick something soft and loose that doesn't squeeze the chest or limit walking, and take it off as soon as she looks bothered. Never leave a kitten alone in a sweater, since dangling threads and sleeves can catch on things. A calm, treat-filled few minutes is plenty.
The little model holds her pose for exactly as long as she feels like it, which is probably about three more seconds. Then it's back to the paper scraps, where the real entertainment is. Still, in that cozy reindeer knit she's a clear winner in the holiday fashion show.
