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His Favorite Baseball Cap Went Missing. The Tabby on the Porch Seems Very Calm.

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Somebody's favorite baseball cap has seen better days. A brown tabby American Shorthair lounges on a weathered wooden porch, front half tucked in a neat loaf, gazing out at the backyard with total serenity. Right beside it lies a brown cap that has been shredded into a frayed, holey mess, the brim chewed ragged and the crown full of tears. The cat's striped coat and bright eyes catch the soft daylight, while a chain-link fence, garden pots, and green grass stretch out behind it like a peaceful alibi.

American Shorthairs are known as sturdy, adaptable cats with calm, friendly temperaments, which is part of why they have been popular family pets for generations. They usually enjoy play but are not as high-strung as some breeds. Scratching and chewing on fabric can happen for several reasons, including play, boredom, or the simple appeal of an item that smells strongly of a favorite person. Giving cats sturdy scratching posts, rotating their toys, and keeping cherished belongings off the porch railing can save a lot of hats. If a cat chews and swallows fabric often, it is worth talking to your vet.

Look closely at that expression and you will see a cat who considers the matter closed. The hat is history, the yard is lovely, and there is absolutely nothing more to discuss today.

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