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A Tuxedo Cat Took the Job of Guarding the Candy Bowl

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By the front door, a glass bowl of wrapped candy waits for trick-or-treaters, and a tuxedo cat sits beside it like a very small security guard. His white chest and mittens are bright, his green eyes are fixed on the camera and his ears are alert. A frosted window lets in soft light, a pair of shoes and a blue bag rest against the wall and a tiny pumpkin sits on the floor.

Halloween candy can be dangerous for pets. Chocolate is poisonous to cats, and sugar-free sweets that contain xylitol are harmful. Even the wrappers can be swallowed and block the digestive tract. Keep candy bowls high or in a closed cupboard, and hand out candy at a safe distance from your pet. The doorbell may ring dozens of times, and a cat standing at the door can slip outside, so a quiet back room with a bed, a toy and a closed door is a good idea during peak trick-or-treating hours. Tuxedo cats are known for being bright and friendly, and a cat with this much poise is probably well suited to a job guarding the door, as long as the candy stays covered.

The cat has not touched a thing, and he looks proud of it. In a few minutes the bell will ring, and the guard will have to decide whether to greet the visitors or hide.

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