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Misty the Snow Bengal Looks Skyward Beside Her Pile of Shoes

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Her eyes are an icy blue and they are pointed straight up at the ceiling, as though she is checking if anyone is coming. The snow Bengal sits beside a heap of chewed sneakers and sandals, with torn laces and frayed edges all over, and her pale coat is covered in soft, golden-brown rosettes. A wooden bench, a plant, and a hanging jacket are visible behind her in the hallway, and she looks very innocent for a cat standing at the scene.

Bengals are athletic, curious cats with an energy level that surprises many first-time owners. They love to climb, explore, and play, and they are very good at finding ways to entertain themselves if their people do not provide enough activity. Shoes are a common target because they smell strongly of the family, and they are the right size for a cat to carry and chew. Keep shoes in a closet, offer a variety of chew-safe toys, and spend time every day on active play, like chasing a wand toy or solving a puzzle feeder. If your cat chews or swallows pieces of fabric or rubber, call your vet, since those can cause a blockage.

We will call her Misty, because those pale eyes have a bit of mist in them. She seems to be thinking about the next adventure already. The shoes may not survive, but the family will probably stay charmed.

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