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A Hairless Kitten Sat Beside the Glowing Jack-o'-Lantern at Dusk

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Big pointed ears, wrinkled grey skin, and wide golden eyes: a tiny hairless Sphynx kitten sits on a concrete step at dusk, with a glowing jack-o'-lantern at her side. The pumpkin's triangle eyes and toothy grin flicker with warm light, and fallen leaves lie along the edge of the step. Behind her, a dark blue door and a few autumn plants rest in the shadows. She looks off to the left as if she has heard a sound in the yard.

Sphynx kittens have no fur coat, so they get cold easily and often seek warmth, such as sunny spots, soft blankets, and laps. On a cool October evening, a kitten should not stay outside for long, and she must never be left outdoors unsupervised. Because she has exposed skin, a Sphynx also needs regular, gentle care, such as wiping away oil buildup, and a vet can advise on the right routine. If your jack-o'-lantern holds a real candle, keep the kitten well away from it, since a curious paw or a whisker can come too close. Battery lights are a safer choice.

Let's call her Ember, since she's right beside a glowing light. She sits perfectly still, a small ghost-grey creature with the biggest ears on the block. The pumpkin grins, and she watches the dusk, feeling very brave.

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