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A Blue-Eyed Ragdoll Dove Into the Leaf Pile Beside the Pumpkins

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Leaves in every shade of orange and brown have piled up beside the front steps, and a blue point Ragdoll cat is right in the middle of them. She crouches low with one front paw raised, ears turned out, and blue eyes narrowed on something that has just rustled. A cluster of pumpkins sits at her side, a wreath hangs on the wooden door, and a lamp glows warmly through the entryway.

Ragdolls are known for being large, gentle, and affectionate cats, though they can be playful too, especially when something crunchy is involved. Fallen leaves are a popular toy for cats, but a few outdoor precautions are worth knowing. Damp leaves can carry mold, and some yards hold fertilizer, pest control products, or plants that are toxic to cats. If your cat goes outside, keep her under watch, ideally on a harness and leash, and check her coat and paws afterward for burrs and bugs. Decorative pumpkins are generally harmless to look at, but a cat who nibbles a pumpkin that has been outside for days may get an upset stomach. Fresh water indoors is always a good idea after play.

The long, silky fur of a Ragdoll catches leaves easily, so a gentle brushing session afterward is a nice way to wind down.

For now, she is the queen of the leaf pile, and the pumpkins are only guests.

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