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Pebble Found the Best Seat at Thanksgiving Dinner, Under the Table

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The best seat in the house is on the floor. A snow Bengal with a pale coat and soft brown rosettes lies stretched out under the dinner table, her blue eyes alert and her chin lifted. Around her are the feet of the guests, in sneakers, plaid pajama pants, slippers, and wool socks, along with a few dropped napkins and herbs. Above, the table is crowded with dishes, bread, and cranberry sauce.

Bengals are an active, athletic breed, known for being clever, playful, and sometimes a bit mischievous. They often enjoy climbing, chasing toys, and even learning tricks or walking on a harness. The snow variety has a creamy coat with lighter markings and often blue eyes. A cat like this needs regular play sessions, puzzle feeders, and tall spaces to climb, or she may invent her own entertainment.

Under the table is a risky spot for a cat on a busy holiday, because chairs get pulled in and out and feet move quickly. It helps to give your cat a safe retreat nearby. It is also a place where crumbs fall, so keep an eye out for foods that are not good for cats, such as onions, grapes, or cooked bones. We will call this relaxed explorer Pebble. She is at ease among all those feet, tail stretched behind her, and she seems to think the family is arranged in a ring for her enjoyment.

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