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A blue point Ragdoll kitten sits on a porch surrounded by pumpkins, speckled gourds and dry corn stalks at dusk. 10 / 26

Willow Sat Among the Gourds Like the Prettiest Decoration on the Porch

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Surrounded by pumpkins in cream, orange, and green, a fluffy blue point Ragdoll kitten sits on a wooden porch with her ears tilted back and her blue eyes looking off to the side. Bundles of dried cornstalks lean against the gray siding behind her, and speckled gourds and white pumpkins are scattered around her like a very decorative nest. The setting sun gives the boards a warm light.

Ragdoll kittens are known for their soft, plush coats and gentle natures, and many grow into relaxed, affectionate cats that enjoy being near people. They are born white and develop their point colors gradually, taking a couple of years to reach their full look. Their long coat benefits from regular brushing, and starting brushing early, in short gentle sessions, helps kittens get used to being handled.

Fall decorations are charming but include a few things to watch. Dried corn can be a choking hazard if chewed, and ornamental gourds are not meant for eating. Mildew on older pumpkins can upset a cat's stomach, so toss them if they start to rot. We will call this little princess Willow. She is sitting very carefully, as if worried that one move might topple the display. Whatever she is looking at in the distance, she is calm and charming, a small piece of cream-colored fluff in the middle of the harvest.

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