The Baron Checks the Time, and Tea Is Definitely Close
Time is of the essence, and the baron has the watch to prove it. A silver Maine Coon, with long tufted ears and a soft, shaggy ruff, lifts a gold pocket watch on a delicate chain in one pale paw. His coat is cream silk embroidered with gold, with a blush-pink bow and a frill of lace at his neck and cuffs. His green-grey eyes regard the viewer calmly, and behind him pastel clouds, flowers and golden scrollwork swirl into a gentle rococo haze.
The painter has brushed the cat's long fur until it looks like spun silver, particularly across the chest where it blends with the lace. It makes the baron look both elegant and wonderfully huggable.
Maine Coons are among the largest domestic cat breeds, and they are known for being gentle and sociable. Many have a chirpy trill instead of a typical meow, and they are often fond of following their families around. Their thick, water-resistant coat is longest around the neck and belly, so brushing a couple of times a week can prevent tangles. Because they are large and slow to mature, their food and weight are best managed with advice from your vet. Provide sturdy scratching posts and tall cat trees that can hold their weight.
The watch says it is nearly tea time, and the baron has not forgotten. Some schedules, after all, are worth keeping.
