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The Corn Was Harvested, and a Tiny Explorer Moved Into the Stalks

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The corn has been picked, and what's left behind is a rustling forest of papery stalks, perfect for a small explorer. A blue-gray Russian Blue kitten sits in the middle of the harvested garden, surrounded by tall dried stalks and fallen husks, her plush coat soft as velvet and her eyes turned curiously to the side. Crunchy maple leaves are scattered across the dirt, and in the background, pots of orange mums, a few pumpkins, and a wooden fence frame the cozy back porch of the house.

Fall gardens are full of fascinating textures and smells for a kitten, but they deserve a quick safety check. Corn husks and stalks aren't considered toxic to cats, but chewing on tough plant material can cause stomach upset, and corn cobs are a choking and blockage risk for pets of all sizes. Many gardens also have fertilizers, slug bait, and rodent poisons lying around this time of year, all of which can be very dangerous. It's safest for kittens to explore outdoors under close supervision, in a secure yard or on a properly fitted harness and leash, and to come back inside before dusk when temperatures drop.

This little gray kitten seems content to sit still and take it all in. The rustle of the stalks, the crisp air, and the smell of autumn leaves make for one memorable first harvest season.

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