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The Little Orange Kitten Took Her Candy Guard Duty Seriously

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On the sunny front step, a fluffy orange kitten sits beside a glass bowl heaped with wrapped candy in every color. The door is open behind her, a doormat covered in fallen leaves lies nearby, and a little pumpkin waits on the stoop. Her ears are alert, her eyes are bright, and her tail curls neatly around her paws like she has been appointed the official candy guard.

Longhaired orange kittens often grow into friendly, fluffy cats, though coat color does not decide personality. What a kitten does need is lots of play, rest, and safe exploring. Halloween brings a lot of new smells and movement to a house, and curious kittens may investigate everything from costumes to candy bowls.

Candy bowls deserve a closer look. Chocolate is toxic to cats and dogs, and the wrappers can be dangerous if swallowed. Hard candies can be a choking hazard, and sugar-free sweets may contain xylitol, which is harmful to pets. It is best to keep the bowl on a high table, away from the kitten's reach, and to dispose of wrappers right away. If your pet swallows candy or foil, call your vet right away.

Also keep in mind that an open door with trick-or-treaters arriving can give a small kitten an opportunity to slip outside. A closed gate or a quiet room keeps her safe. For now, she sits in the autumn sun, a small orange sentry with a very big job.

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