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A Cream Persian Sits Surrounded by Mail and Refuses to Make Eye Contact

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The mail has arrived, and it has been thoroughly opened. A fluffy cream Persian sits in the middle of a heap of torn paper, envelopes, and cardboard, facing away with an expression that says she has absolutely no idea where all this came from. Her round face is turned in profile, her amber eyes are narrowed, and her long fur fans out around her shoulders.

Behind her, a gray blanket is draped over the arm of a couch, a plant leans toward the window, and clothes and shoes are scattered on the floor. We'll call her Duchess Fluff. She has made a serious dent in the day's correspondence, and she'd rather not discuss it.

Cats are drawn to paper because it crinkles, tears, and moves in satisfying ways, and mail slots and piles of envelopes make wonderful playthings. Paper is generally harmless in small amounts, but swallowing a lot can upset the stomach, and glossy inks and adhesives are not meant to be eaten. Keep mail in a closed box or drawer, and give her an alternative, like a paper bag, cardboard box, or a scratching pad. Persians are sweet, quiet cats with long coats that need daily brushing, and their flat faces can lead to tear stains and breathing sensitivities, so talk with your vet about eye and coat care. A bit of play each day helps even the calmest cat burn off mischief.

Duchess Fluff sits in her paper nest, regal and unbothered, certain that the mail was already like that when she arrived.

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