Mist Sat at the Window and Watched Christmas Eve Snow Fall

Seen in profile, the fluffy white kitten sits very still at the window, her pink nose pointed toward the falling snow. The lamp beside her casts a soft golden glow, and a pine garland rests on the sill. Outside, flakes swirl through the dark and cling to a snowy bush, and her pale green eyes catch the faintest gleam from the dark glass. A knit blanket rests on the cushion beside her, and the glass shows a faint reflection of the lamp.

For an indoor cat, a snowy window offers a feast of movement. Cats are hunters by instinct, so flakes drifting past the glass can capture their attention for ages. Placing a perch near the window gives a kitten a place to watch safely. Check that the window is closed and the area is draft-free, and add a soft blanket so the kitten can curl up comfortably when she's finished watching.

Norwegian Forest Cat kittens have thick coats that were developed for cold Scandinavian winters, with a fluffy double layer that sheds water. Even so, an indoor kitten doesn't need to experience the cold directly. A warm home, a cozy bed, and plenty of attention are the best gifts for a young cat. If you ever have questions about winter care, your vet can help. A quiet evening of window-watching is also a calm way for a young cat to wind down after a busy holiday day.

We'll call her Mist. She's watching the snow fall, and she's quite sure it was sent for her alone.