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The Halloween Cobwebs Were Supposed to Go on the Window. They Ended Up on the Kitten.

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The plastic spiders are still on the windowsill, but most of the cobweb decoration has migrated to the floor, and to the kitten. A black and white tuxedo baby sits on the hardwood with wispy white strands draped across her head, looped around her shoulders, and stretched between her outspread white paws. Her golden eyes are wide and startled, her pink nose is twitching, and she looks like she's just realized the game has gotten out of hand. A basket of plaid blankets, a houseplant, and scattered leaves fill the room behind her.

If a pet does get tangled in decorations, string, or netting, the most important thing is to stay calm. Gently hold the kitten so she can't twist further, and slowly unwind the strands rather than yanking them, since tight fibers can cut into skin or wrap around toes. Blunt-tipped scissors can help snip strands that are well away from the body, but never cut close to fur or skin. Check between the toes, around the neck, and inside the mouth for any stray fibers. If you suspect she swallowed some, don't pull on any piece hanging from her mouth; call your vet. Afterward, move decorations out of reach so it doesn't happen again.

This little one looks more embarrassed than hurt, and a few minutes of careful untangling should have her free and back to mischief in no time.

She may not have caught any spiders, but she definitely caught everyone's attention.

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