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Grandpa Was Hammering the Garden Fence When His Siamese Showed Up to Help

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Up front and center, staring straight into the camera with enormous blue eyes, Sapphire is holding a twig crosswise in her mouth like a tiny carpenter with a pencil. Just behind her, Clarence crouches by a low wooden garden fence in his moss-green cardigan, hammer in hand, pausing mid-repair to give her a long, puzzled look over his shoulder. Scraps of lumber, a stack of pots, gardening gloves, and a coiled hose clutter the yard, and a few nails glint on the boards. It looks very much as though she has brought him a building supply and is waiting to be thanked.

Carrying objects in their mouths is more common in cats than many people realize. Some cats bring toys, socks, or even sticks to their favorite people, and the behavior is often linked to play and hunting instincts. Some breeds, including Siamese, are known for being especially playful and even enjoying games like fetch. During any outdoor project, though, keep an eye out for hazards. Nails, screws, and splinters are easy for a curious cat to step on or mouth, and some garden sticks can splinter. A quick sweep of the work area and keeping tools out of reach when you take a break go a long way.

Clarence will finish the fence soon enough, but he may need to accept a few more twigs from his diligent helper first. Sapphire is clearly proud of her contribution. Every good project needs a supervisor, after all.

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