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Somebody Counted the Presents and Found a Kitten in the Pile

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Tucked among the paper-wrapped gifts, a small spotted kitten sits on a cream rug with its ears perked and its head turned to the side. Its coat is a warm gold-brown covered in dark rosettes, and its green eyes are fixed on something off the frame. The gifts are wrapped in kraft paper, twine, and bits of greenery, and the tree above is hung with red ornaments and a wooden bead garland.

The spots on this kitten point to the Bengal, a breed developed from crossing domestic cats with a small wild cat, and today's pet Bengals are known for being active, curious, and smart. They love to climb, run, and play, so a tall cat tree and plenty of puzzle toys help them burn off energy. A kitten like this might see a tree and a pile of boxes as the best playground ever. To keep things safe, anchor the tree, avoid fragile ornaments low down, and check that no ribbon or tape is within reach.

We will call this explorer Rosie, and she seems to be considering which present has the most promise. Some gifts crinkle, some rattle, and some simply make a wonderful box to hide in. It is a fine thing to be a kitten at the foot of the tree, where every package holds a possibility.

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