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A Gray Tabby Found the Best Part of the Present: The Ribbon

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There is a ribbon loose, and a gray tabby has it in both paws. Seated near a pile of wrapping paper, she bats at a pink satin ribbon trailing from a present, her eyes fixed on it. Red plaid paper peeks out beside her, a lit tree glows behind a couch and a gray-and-white rug, toys and clothes scatter around. It is the moment after the unwrapping, when the best part of the gift is the string.

Ribbons and strings are one of the most common holiday hazards for cats. They are fun to chase, but if swallowed they can tangle in the intestines and require emergency care. Supervise any play with string, put ribbons away when you are done and offer safe toys like feather wands or crinkle balls. If you notice vomiting, lack of appetite or a string hanging from the mouth or tail, do not pull it and call your vet immediately. Playing with your cat on a regular schedule keeps hunting instincts satisfied.

Gray tabbies are among the most common cats and one of the most charming. This one is fully engaged in the game, with her paws moving fast. The wrapping and ribbon may have been meant for something else, but she has found a better use for them. The joy of a simple toy is hard to beat.

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