A Quiet Kitten Took the Sidelines at the Family Football Game
Out in the backyard, the Thanksgiving football game is underway, and a cream Exotic Shorthair kitten sits on the leaf-covered lawn to watch. Her round face is turned toward the action, ears upright and small paws together. In the distance, a man passes a ball, a boy runs across the grass, and another man watches with his hands on his hips. A cooler, a camp chair, and a cluster of pumpkins sit near the back door.
Cats pay great attention to quick movement, which is why a ball flying across the yard is so interesting. For a kitten, however, a yard full of running people, loud voices, and a tossed ball can be hazardous. She may be accidentally stepped on, or startled and bolt, so keep her on a leash or in an enclosed area, or enjoy the game through a window. Exotic Shorthairs are typically quiet, easygoing cats, so she is probably content to be a spectator. Leaves also hide ticks, burrs, and sharp objects, so check her coat afterward and keep her away from lawn chemicals. If she seems nervous, bring her indoors and let her rest.
Fall leaves are a pleasure for cats to crunch through, and the sound alone can keep a kitten fascinated.
As far as she is concerned, the real game is the one in her head.
