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The Black Cat Took Over the Spot Under the Tree

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Brown paper, red ribbon and twine make the presents look like something from an old-fashioned holiday card, and in the middle of them sits a glossy black cat with glowing yellow eyes. His body is turned slightly away, and he stares into the room with the quiet confidence of a cat who knows exactly how handsome he is. A pine tree with wooden stars and pinecone ornaments rises beside him, while a lamp and sofa glow in the background.

Black cats have long been wrongly connected to bad luck, and in many shelters they wait longer than other cats for a family. A glossy black coat looks lovely against holiday colors, and their personalities are as varied as any other cat. If you are thinking about adopting, personality matters far more than color, so spend time meeting the cat. And when presents are stacked on the floor, keep ribbons and strings put away from curious pets, as swallowed string can be dangerous. Talk to your vet if you have worries.

The cat has settled right where the action is. He might be guarding the presents, or he might simply like the nest they make with the carpet. Either way, the stack looks better with a black cat in the middle, and his shiny coat is the best decoration under the tree.

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