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A Cream Kitten With Enormous Ears Listens for the First Trick-or-Treater

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An orange and black pennant banner swings above a porch, and below it, a cream Devon Rex kitten sits with her huge ears angled toward some far-off sound. Her fur is short and rumpled in soft waves, her eyes are alert, and her small paws are neatly together. A basket, a pair of sneakers, and a bit of shadowy doorway sit behind her, along with the soft light of early evening.

Decorations like banners and garlands are festive, but cats love to bat dangling things. Hang them well above kitten height, avoid tying them with long strings or ribbons, and keep an eye out for loose bits on the floor. If a kitten swallows string or thread, it's an emergency, so call your vet immediately. A simple fix is to use tape or clips rather than long ties.

Devon Rex cats have fine, curly coats that are less dense than most, and they are known for being warm-seeking, playful, and very attached to their families. This kitten is calm and alert, as if she's listening for the first costumed visitors. The porch is quiet for now, and the banner flutters in a gentle breeze. It's the quiet moment before the neighborhood wakes up, and she has the best seat. Her ears twitch every time the banner snaps in the wind, and she looks up at it with a scholarly frown before settling back down to listen.

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