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A blue point Siamese kitten sleeps curled on a wooden porch ledge next to a straw scarecrow in a plaid shirt at dusk. 8 / 26

Chai Curled Up Next to the Scarecrow and Fell Fast Asleep

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At dusk on a wooden porch, a fluffy grey kitten sleeps curled in a ball beside a scarecrow. The scarecrow wears a plaid flannel shirt, a straw hat, and a burlap face, and sits propped against a post. Fallen leaves cover the boards, a porch light glows above, and a pumpkin and a pair of boots wait nearby. The kitten's face is tucked into her paws and her whole body is relaxed.

Kittens sleep a lot, sometimes up to 16 to 20 hours a day when they are very young, and it often happens in the middle of whatever they were doing. Rest is important for growth and development. Quiet corners and comfortable bedding help, and it is best to let a sleeping kitten sleep. Siamese kittens are pale at birth and darken as they grow, which gives this one her soft grey look.

A porch can be a lovely place to nap, but a kitten should not be left outside alone at night. Temperatures drop, there are other animals, and a small cat can wander off. Bring her in at dusk, and make sure she has a warm bed. We will call this sleeper Chai. She seems to believe that the scarecrow is her protector, and she slumbers in peace beside him. The porch light glows softly, and all is calm on this autumn evening.

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