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A Devon Rex Crouched, Wiggled, and Went After the Red Ribbon

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A grey Devon Rex is in a full play crouch on the carpet, front legs stretched, paws just brushing the end of a red ribbon that dangles from a kraft-paper package. Her large ears angle back as she concentrates, and her slim body is coiled like a spring. Brown paper curls and pine needles dot the rug around her, and beyond her the living room is a cheerful jumble of cushions, a coffee table, and scattered toys. A person's legs are just visible at the far edge, resting on the floor.

Devon Rexes are among the most playful cats, famous for their pixie ears and energetic personalities, and many love games that involve chasing and pouncing. Ribbon is fun to watch, but it is also a hazard, because cats can swallow strings and ribbons and suffer serious intestinal blockage. If your cat loves a dangling object, use a wand toy with a secure attachment and put it away when the game ends. Short play sessions of ten or fifteen minutes a couple of times a day suit active cats well and help burn off extra energy during busy holiday weeks.

She will probably catch it any second now, and nobody in the room will be surprised. A bit of ribbon, a bit of space, and the afternoon is made. It is a small, joyful chase, and the ribbon seems to know it.

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