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The Devon Rex Kitten Dove Into the Leaves Beside the Pumpkins

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Low to the ground and mid-scamper, a tiny gray Devon Rex kitten dives through a pile of crisp orange leaves next to a cluster of pumpkins. Her coat looks like soft crinkled velvet, her enormous ears tilt backward, and her pale eyes are fixed on something out of sight. Behind her, a watering can, a coiled hose, and a pot of fall flowers sit along the porch wall.

Devon Rex cats are famous for their wavy coat, big ears, and pixie-like faces. Kittens of the breed are playful and curious, and they often love to leap up onto shoulders and high shelves. They tend to be social and very attached to their people, and their short, wavy fur is easy to care for, though it can feel the cold more than a thick coat.

A pile of leaves is a great place for kitten play, but it helps to check it first. Make sure there are no sharp objects, pesticide residue, or damp, moldy patches, and keep an eye out for plants that might not be safe to chew. Pumpkins themselves are generally harmless, but carved ones can go bad quickly, and candles inside them should always be kept away from pets. Your vet can recommend ways to make autumn play safe.

For this speedy kitten, none of that matters yet. There is just a crunch of leaves, a flash of gray, and a pumpkin patch that is waiting to be explored.

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