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A Tuxedo Cat Strutted Around With a Candy Cane Like a Cigar

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The tuxedo cat sits upright on the couch with a candy cane stretched across his mouth, his yellow eyes wide and his white bib neat. It looks like a stylish accessory, and he wears it with total confidence. Behind him a Christmas tree glows by a bright window, and a plaid blanket, a basket of wooden blocks and a few toys decorate the room.

Candy canes are not cat food. They are mostly sugar, and hard candy can break into sharp pieces or become a choking hazard. Some sugar-free candy is sweetened with xylitol, which is not safe for pets, and peppermint oil can irritate a cat's stomach. If your cat grabs one, gently swap it for a toy or a treat and keep the candy up high. Tuxedo cats are known for their friendly, outgoing personalities, though every cat is different, and many of them love to carry things around the house like little trophies.

We'll call him Oliver. He looks quite dapper with the candy cane, like a gentleman on his way to a holiday party. After a minute or two of parading, he'll probably drop it and walk away as though nothing happened, leaving the evidence on the carpet. Whatever happens next, the picture is a charming reminder that cats have a flair for turning ordinary objects into holiday accessories, and a sense of humor to match.

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