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A Tiny Gray Kitten Explores a Jungle of Giant Pumpkins

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Big orange pumpkins tower on every side of a small gray tabby kitten, making her look even smaller than she is. She sits on a bed of dry straw and twisting vines with her ears turned slightly to the side and green-gold eyes fixed on something in the distance. Behind her, the house has a pot of rusty orange mums, and a few more pumpkins glow near a fence in the cool afternoon light.

Gray tabbies are one of the most common cat colorings, and the stripes come from a pattern called tabby, which is found in many breeds and in wild cats. Kittens often have the most dramatic stripes, which can soften as they age. Short-haired tabbies are usually easy to brush and are known for being friendly, playful companions.

A pumpkin patch is a wonderful backdrop, but it is a place for supervision. Vines can tangle small paws, rotting pumpkins can attract mold or insects, and a kitten can slip away quickly in a big field. Using a harness and leash on a trained cat or limiting the outing to a short visit under watchful eyes are the safest options. Ask your vet if your kitten is up to date on her shots before outdoor time.

We will call her Gourdie, and she looks at the pumpkins like a very small explorer in a very orange jungle. Somewhere beyond the leaves lies the best pumpkin of the patch, and she may just find it.

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