The Youngest Pirate on the Sunny Porch Had Only One Eye Showing

Ahoy from the porch: a cream-and-chocolate kitten has a black pirate hat on her head, an eye patch over one eye, and a dark vest across her shoulders. Her one visible eye is a bright sky-blue and fixed on the horizon. Sunshine falls across the wooden boards and sets the orange mums and a carved pumpkin in the background glowing, and a few fall leaves have blown across the deck.

Birman kittens are born nearly white and slowly develop their darker points over the first couple of years, so this little one will likely change color as she grows. The breed is usually described as sweet-natured, gentle, and fond of company. As for the outfit, an eye patch is a tricky accessory for a pet, since anything covering part of the face can cause stress or bump into the eye. Keep it very brief, and never leave her unattended in it. A bandana or a small hat is a gentler option, and as always, ask your vet if you have any concerns about how your cat reacts to dress-up.

She carries the look with real swagger for someone so small. The porch is her deck, the autumn leaves are her ocean, and the treasure she seeks is probably a snack. Most pirates have plenty of adventures, but this one has already found the best treasure of all, a sunny spot and plenty of admirers.