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The Orange Cat Eyed the Lowest Ornament, and Then He Reached

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One paw is lifted high, and the target is a shiny red ornament hanging just within reach. A fluffy orange longhair stands on the wooden floor beside the tree, neck stretched and eyes locked on the glass ball as it swings. The other ornaments gleam on the branches above, a pair of slippers waits behind him, and a sofa and a bright window fill the rest of the room.

Ornaments are irresistible to many cats. They shine, they dangle, and they move when touched, which all trigger the urge to bat and pounce. Glass ornaments can shatter and cut paws or mouths, so unbreakable ones are a better choice for the lowest branches. Hooks, tinsel, and ribbon are also risky if swallowed, so keep those out of reach too.

A few tricks can help. Place the sturdiest decorations at the bottom, and save your treasured pieces for higher branches. Anchor the tree so it cannot tip if a cat climbs or jumps. Some owners find that giving a cat its own toys nearby helps redirect the interest. If you suspect your pet has swallowed something, call your vet right away.

Our orange explorer is not thinking about any of that. He is thinking only of the ornament, the swing, and the pure, glorious reflection of his own face looking back. It is a very important experiment, and he is committed to the end.

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