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The Pumpkin Pie Was Cooling. The Kitten Had Already Picked Her Spot.

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The pumpkin pie is still warm enough to smell from across the room, and one tortoiseshell kitten has decided the best seat in the house is right beside it. She is tucked deep into a chunky orange knit blanket, with only her face and two tiny front paws peeking out. Her amber eyes are fixed on something just off to the side, while a small pumpkin and a scattering of fallen leaves sit on the table behind her.

Kittens this young can't regulate their body heat as well as adult cats, which is a big reason they hunt down soft, warm nests. A folded blanket, a sunny windowsill, or the top of a warm laundry basket will all do nicely. A simple tip for holiday hosts: keep pies, whipped cream, and anything made with nutmeg or raisins well out of paw's reach, and talk to your vet if a curious kitten does sample something it shouldn't. Cats don't need our holiday desserts, and a few licks of the wrong thing can mean an upset stomach.

Tortoiseshell cats are famous for their swirled coats of black and orange, and many owners swear by their strong personalities. This little one looks cozy enough to forget all that for the evening. The blanket is wrapped just so, the pie is safely out of reach of those paws, and the night is young. Sometimes the best Halloween plan is simply a warm spot and a good view.

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