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A Scottish Fold Kitten Sat by the Door Waiting for the Family

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She sits on the coir doormat with her paws together and her round eyes wide open, and the folded ears give her an extra-sweet look. The grey Scottish Fold kitten faces the camera in front of a green front door decorated with a wreath of pine cones and ribbon. Behind her, coats hang on hooks, shoes and a water bottle sit on the floor and a soft light falls across the hallway.

Scottish Fold kittens are born with straight ears, and the folds usually appear a few weeks later. The gene behind the fold can also affect cartilage and joints, so it is worth talking to your vet about joint care. They are generally quiet, affectionate cats. An entryway is a good place for a kitten to wait, but when the door opens a young cat might dash out, so teach everyone in the house to check where she is before opening it. A microchip and a safe indoor routine are great protection.

We'll call her Willow. She waits patiently for the family to return, her face full of hope. When the door finally opens, she'll tumble forward, purring, and lead the way to the kitchen with her tail straight up. It is a sweet, quiet little scene, the kind that makes coming home at the end of a long day feel that much warmer, with such a small greeter waiting.

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