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This Bumblebee Had Four Paws and Absolutely Zero Interest in Buzzing

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Fuzzy yellow, striped black and topped with two tiny antennae, this bee is not buzzing. A brown tabby cat sits in a drift of crunchy fall leaves with the costume's hood framing his round face, his gold eyes wide and a look of mild suspicion on his face. A blue bucket, a pair of boots and a mess of garden things fill the yard behind him, and the fall light is soft and amber.

Cats are not always fans of costumes, and a hood with antennae can feel strange. The best approach is to let your cat get used to the outfit slowly, with treats, and to keep him in it only a few minutes. Watch for signs of stress such as flattened ears, a lashing tail, hiding or trying to bite at the costume, and take it off right away. Small antennae should be secure enough that they will not come off and be swallowed. Leaves are fun to play in, but check that no leaf piles hide sharp objects or wet mold, and wipe paws and fur afterward. Brown tabbies are a classic coat, and many are known for being friendly.

A bee in October is a rare sight, and a tabby bee is even rarer. He may not be thrilled with the outfit, but he is surely the most charming insect on the street.

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