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A Cream Devon Rex Kitten Inspects a Porch Full of Gourds

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Warty green and orange gourds, small pumpkins and rustling corn stalks fill the porch corner, and standing right in the middle of them is a cream Devon Rex kitten with enormous ears. His coat has the soft, rippled look of the breed, his eyes are wide and a bit startled and his tail curves behind him. A porch light glows in the dusk, and a metal railing and a dark door frame the scene.

Devon Rex cats have large ears, high cheekbones and a short, wavy coat, and many people describe them as a bit like a pixie. They are playful and clever, and often enjoy climbing, perching on shoulders and learning games. Since their coat is thin, they may feel the cold more than other cats, so a warm spot and a soft blanket are welcome after time outdoors.

Decorative gourds and dry corn stalks are a lovely part of fall, but they are not made for pets to eat. Corn husks can cause digestive trouble if swallowed, and gourds may be bitter or moldy. It is a good idea to place them where a curious kitten cannot chew, and to supervise any porch time. A short visit with a person nearby is plenty.

We will call him Pixie. He seems to be investigating each gourd one by one, with the care of a scientist. The porch is his lab and the autumn harvest is his field of study. The only thing missing is a very small clipboard.

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