A Scottish Fold Sat Perfectly Still in a Tangle of Warm Lights
The lights were supposed to go on the tree, but a silver tabby Scottish Fold has wound up in the middle of them instead. She sits on a gray knit blanket with the strand looped around her paws and across her chest, tiny bulbs glowing warm against her striped fur. Her folded ears lie flat and her amber eyes stare off to the side with calm dignity, as if tangled lights were the most normal thing in the world. Behind her are open cardboard boxes, a green plant, and a half-decorated room in the afternoon light.
String lights and cats are a risky mix. Cords can be chewed, which may cause burns or shocks, and a cat tangled in wires can panic and hurt herself. If this happens, unplug the lights first, stay calm, and untangle slowly, keeping your hands away from teeth and claws. Call your vet if she has chewed anything or seems unwell. To prevent trouble, tuck cords behind furniture, use cord covers, and unplug decorations when you leave the house. Scottish Folds are generally gentle and easygoing, which may be why she sits so patiently, but even the calmest cat can get a fright from a sudden tug.
She wears the glow with great composure. Not every cat is lucky enough to be a living holiday decoration, and this one clearly knows it.
