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A Fluffy Kitten Wore Autumn Itself Around Her Neck on the Porch

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On the front steps, a cream Persian kitten sits wearing a collar of yellow and orange maple leaves that fans out under her chin like a tiny lion's mane. Her flat face and round, dark eyes give her a perfectly serious expression. A few more leaves lie scattered along the cold concrete steps, and a mat and a blue door wait behind her.

Persians are known for long, silky coats and a calm, sweet temperament. That plush fur needs regular grooming, as it can mat easily, and the flat face means some Persians have tear-stained eyes that benefit from gentle wiping. Leaves are lovely for photos, but never leave a kitten wearing a leaf collar unattended, and do not let her chew them. Some fallen leaves carry mold, pesticide residue, or bugs, and some garden plants are toxic to cats. A short photo moment and a quick check of her coat afterward is plenty. Cooler weather also means cats like to cuddle up inside, so bring her in and keep her comfortable.

Autumn steps are a favorite picture spot because the colors are warm and the textures are rich.

Her fashion statement is mostly leaf, and she seems to carry it off with a lot of quiet dignity. A bit of leaf drifts down as she blinks, and the porch stays still around her, quiet and golden in the late afternoon.

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