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A brown tabby domestic shorthair cat sits in the snow next to a snowman in a dark hat and green scarf in a backyard 8 / 20

A Brown Tabby Sat Next to the Snowman Like Old Friends

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Two figures sit in the yard, one round and white, one round and brown. A brown tabby with a stocky build sits in the snow, her profile calm and her eyes squinted in the winter light. Next to her stands a snowman with a knitted dark hat, a green scarf, and a bright orange carrot nose. Behind them, a wooden deck with a railing is dusted in snow, and a fence and some bare bushes border the yard. A few twigs and dried leaves poke through the white ground.

Domestic shorthair cats are the most common type of cat in the United States, and they come in many colors and patterns, with brown tabby among the most familiar. They are usually healthy, adaptable, and full of personality, and they can do well in all kinds of homes. Cats that spend time in the snow should have a warm place to return to, and visits should be short. After coming in, dry her fur and wipe her paws, as ice and de-icing salt can irritate skin. Antifreeze is highly toxic to pets, so keep it locked away. Ask your vet about outdoor safety in winter.

She and the snowman look like old friends who have decided to enjoy the winter quietly. The scarf is only a little green, and the company is very good.

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