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Fresh White Bedding Met One Very Muddy Tuxedo Cat

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Fresh white bedding meets one very muddy tuxedo cat. A black and white cat sits squarely in the middle of a rumpled comforter, staring straight ahead with round yellow-green eyes and an expression that is equal parts guilty and defiant. All around him, the white duvet is stamped with dozens of brown muddy paw prints, looping in every direction like a map of his entire afternoon. There is even a smudge of mud on his white nose and chest. A nightstand with a mug, a pile of clothes, and a sunny curtained window complete the scene.

Mud on the bed is annoying, but what an outdoor cat brings back on its paws can matter more than the laundry. Cats groom themselves constantly, so anything they step in, such as lawn chemicals, de-icing salt, or spilled antifreeze, can end up being licked off and swallowed. Antifreeze in particular is extremely dangerous to pets. Wiping your cat's paws with a damp cloth when they come in is a simple, helpful habit. Many cat owners choose to keep cats indoors or provide safe, enclosed outdoor spaces, which also reduces risks from traffic, fights, and wildlife.

This particular tuxedo has clearly had a big day outside and wanted to share every detail of it with the bed. Judging by his calm, unflinching stare, he sees no problem at all, and he is quite possibly waiting for someone to admire his artwork.

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