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The Candy Bag Disappeared From the Couch. The Tabby Knew Why.

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Caught mid-getaway, a brown tabby kitten stares straight ahead with wide amber eyes and a clear bag of candy clamped in her jaws. Behind her the living room tells a story of its own: knitted orange pumpkins on the sofa, a coffee mug, a pair of glasses, and a set of keys scattered across the cushions. The sunlight through the window gives the whole scene a golden glow, and she looks perfectly confident that nobody has noticed.

Kittens explore the world with their mouths, so carrying off crinkly bags is completely natural behavior, and the rustle is part of the fun. Norwegian Forest Cats are a sturdy, thick-coated breed known for being playful and climbing-minded, so a shelf or sofa is no obstacle at all. The real concern is what is inside the bag. Chocolate is dangerous for pets, and plastic wrappers can cause blockages if chewed up and swallowed. Offer a crinkle toy or a paper bag with the handles removed as a safer prize, and talk to your vet if she ever gets into something she should not.

For now the thief looks more proud than guilty. The bag is almost as big as her face, and she carries it like a trophy from a hard-won quest. Somewhere nearby, a person is about to discover an empty spot on the couch and a very suspicious tabby standing in the middle of the room.

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