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Pumpkin Carving Was in Full Swing When the Russian Blue Showed Up to Supervise

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Pumpkin carving is in full swing, and a blue-grey Russian Blue has arrived to supervise. She crouches low across the wooden table, nose nearly touching a sea of pale, slippery pumpkin seeds scattered everywhere, green eyes narrowed in deep concentration. A half-carved pumpkin sits open beside her, its stringy orange insides spilling out, and a seed-covered spoon and a carving tool rest nearby. In the background, a glass bowl of more seeds, little gourds, a basket, and a plaid jacket on a chair set the scene for a busy autumn evening.

Cats are naturally curious about new smells, and a carving table offers plenty of them. Plain, cooked pumpkin without spices or sugar is sometimes suggested by vets as a source of fiber for pets, but raw pumpkin guts, uncooked seeds, and strings are not a great snack, and large amounts can upset the stomach. Carving tools, candle stubs, and sharp knives are also good reasons to keep pets off the table while you work. Once carved, jack-o'-lanterns start to rot and grow mold within days, so it is best to toss them before a curious pet takes a nibble. If you want to share a pumpkin treat, ask your vet how much is safe.

This Russian Blue seems to have appointed herself chief seed inspector. The carving can continue, as long as she approves of every single seed.

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